“To Rate How Smart Dogs Are, Humans Learn New Tricks”
Many people often brag about how smart their dog is. But what does “smart” mean for a dog? Sometimes owners compare their dogs to other dogs, but other times dogs are compared to cats or even toddlers. It is actually fairly meaningless to compare canines to other species. Generally, however, when people talk about their dog being smart, they are referring to the how trainable the dog is.
Dogs don’t compare to other species such as cats. As two distinct species, their habits are very different. Dogs are more willing to follow commands than cats, and suggests that one possible reason for this being a dog’s method of survival. Dogs have lived with people for around 30,000 years, and have learned that following cues is rewarded with food and shelter from their owners. So dogs are actually fairly “smart," by using people to their advantages.
To really get a better understanding of dogs’ intelligence, researchers at universities around the world have been investing in canine cognition labs, to study just how “smart” dogs are. Dogs are easy to study too, as dogs are plentiful and many owners are willing to pay for the testing themselves. Many owners get their dogs assessed at these labs.
Intelligent dogs may not be the better companions, however. This is mainly because these dogs are often too smart, and easily become bored and require constant stimulation to keep from getting into trouble around the house.
Many people often brag about how smart their dog is. But what does “smart” mean for a dog? Sometimes owners compare their dogs to other dogs, but other times dogs are compared to cats or even toddlers. It is actually fairly meaningless to compare canines to other species. Generally, however, when people talk about their dog being smart, they are referring to the how trainable the dog is.
Dogs don’t compare to other species such as cats. As two distinct species, their habits are very different. Dogs are more willing to follow commands than cats, and suggests that one possible reason for this being a dog’s method of survival. Dogs have lived with people for around 30,000 years, and have learned that following cues is rewarded with food and shelter from their owners. So dogs are actually fairly “smart," by using people to their advantages.
To really get a better understanding of dogs’ intelligence, researchers at universities around the world have been investing in canine cognition labs, to study just how “smart” dogs are. Dogs are easy to study too, as dogs are plentiful and many owners are willing to pay for the testing themselves. Many owners get their dogs assessed at these labs.
Intelligent dogs may not be the better companions, however. This is mainly because these dogs are often too smart, and easily become bored and require constant stimulation to keep from getting into trouble around the house.
Bill Cosby, Fresh From Trial, Plans Talks on Avoiding Assault Accusations
When I first read that Bill Cosby was planning to educate young men about how to avoid sexual assault, I was slightly relieved to see that at the very least, the entertainer seemed to have learned his lesson.
Then I realized that I had missed a key word: “accused” assault. As it turns out, Cosby isn’t teaching boys the evils and harms of sexual assault, but rather how to avoid the consequences of apparent abuse, as “anything at this point can be considered assault."
The difference may be hard to perceive, but it stuck out plainly for me—once again, in time-old fashion, the victims of sexual assault were being blamed for being too “sensitive,” for “welcoming” unwanted advances.
It is times like this when I, as a teenage boy, finally understand a little better what it means to have a “rape culture” in the United States—a history of normalizing sexual assault and abuse that tolerates Cosby after Cosby and elects a President accused of sexual misconduct by at least fifteen women.
It is times like this when I truly understand: no one is doing anyone favors by denying the existence of a problem.
The Cosby camp argues that “[young athletes] need to know...when they are doing certain things they shouldn’t be doing.”
The answer is simple: keep your hands to yourself without explicit permission.
The harder question is how long it will take for us to accept that instead of blaming the victims.
When I first read that Bill Cosby was planning to educate young men about how to avoid sexual assault, I was slightly relieved to see that at the very least, the entertainer seemed to have learned his lesson.
Then I realized that I had missed a key word: “accused” assault. As it turns out, Cosby isn’t teaching boys the evils and harms of sexual assault, but rather how to avoid the consequences of apparent abuse, as “anything at this point can be considered assault."
The difference may be hard to perceive, but it stuck out plainly for me—once again, in time-old fashion, the victims of sexual assault were being blamed for being too “sensitive,” for “welcoming” unwanted advances.
It is times like this when I, as a teenage boy, finally understand a little better what it means to have a “rape culture” in the United States—a history of normalizing sexual assault and abuse that tolerates Cosby after Cosby and elects a President accused of sexual misconduct by at least fifteen women.
It is times like this when I truly understand: no one is doing anyone favors by denying the existence of a problem.
The Cosby camp argues that “[young athletes] need to know...when they are doing certain things they shouldn’t be doing.”
The answer is simple: keep your hands to yourself without explicit permission.
The harder question is how long it will take for us to accept that instead of blaming the victims.
"Four Resorts for a Private Island Vacation" by Elaine Glusac
I enjoyed this article because I love exotic travel. This article discusses four different private island experiences and the activities available at each destination. Having just returned from living in a treehouse in Costa Rica, traveling is a big part of my summer activities. I especially enjoy staying in tropical areas like described in the article. However, staying someplace that lacks indigenous culture or native people to talk to, as would be the case on the private islands described by the author here, is not appealing to me. Part of the reason why I love traveling is to learn about new cultures, try new foods, and see how people lead their everyday lives. In Costa Rica, the people live off the land, and their primary source of revenue is from tourists. Similarly, on a private island the revenue also comes from tourists but, other than the staff, no one lives there. For some, travel is completely about relaxation and keeping to themselves, like while staying on a private island in the article. For others, like my family and I, we travel to see new things, meet new people and come home to share our stories with anyone who is interested. Without the cultural and educational aspects of traveling, it is not as appealing to me.
I enjoyed this article because I love exotic travel. This article discusses four different private island experiences and the activities available at each destination. Having just returned from living in a treehouse in Costa Rica, traveling is a big part of my summer activities. I especially enjoy staying in tropical areas like described in the article. However, staying someplace that lacks indigenous culture or native people to talk to, as would be the case on the private islands described by the author here, is not appealing to me. Part of the reason why I love traveling is to learn about new cultures, try new foods, and see how people lead their everyday lives. In Costa Rica, the people live off the land, and their primary source of revenue is from tourists. Similarly, on a private island the revenue also comes from tourists but, other than the staff, no one lives there. For some, travel is completely about relaxation and keeping to themselves, like while staying on a private island in the article. For others, like my family and I, we travel to see new things, meet new people and come home to share our stories with anyone who is interested. Without the cultural and educational aspects of traveling, it is not as appealing to me.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/15/well/family/talking-to-boys-the-way-w...
Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls By Andrew Reiner
This article focuses on how many boys are raised to be emotionally "strong" which prevents them from being in touch with their inner emotions. The article grabbed my attention because many articles nowadays talk about how girls are oppressed in society and that men are responsible for the girls' sufferings but this article talks about how boys are emotionally oppressed. Being a teenager in a patriarchy society, I have recognized the fact when boys cry, they are always told to stop crying and that only girls cry. They are told that crying is a sign of weakness which in turn means that girls can be weak. This maybe the root of the problem of why men and women are not equal. If we thought that anyone could do anything without seeming weak or strong, we could live in a society where the definitions of masculinity and femininity were totally altered. As a girl leaving in a third world country where boys are deemed the leaders of society, I cannot help but hope that females and males were seem equal.
Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls By Andrew Reiner
This article focuses on how many boys are raised to be emotionally "strong" which prevents them from being in touch with their inner emotions. The article grabbed my attention because many articles nowadays talk about how girls are oppressed in society and that men are responsible for the girls' sufferings but this article talks about how boys are emotionally oppressed. Being a teenager in a patriarchy society, I have recognized the fact when boys cry, they are always told to stop crying and that only girls cry. They are told that crying is a sign of weakness which in turn means that girls can be weak. This maybe the root of the problem of why men and women are not equal. If we thought that anyone could do anything without seeming weak or strong, we could live in a society where the definitions of masculinity and femininity were totally altered. As a girl leaving in a third world country where boys are deemed the leaders of society, I cannot help but hope that females and males were seem equal.
“Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers”
Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
This article covers a depressing situation where a man, Conrad Roy III, committed suicide due to the provocations of Michelle Carter. Ms. Carter had urged and pressed Mr. Roy to kill himself until he finally killed himself with carbon monoxide. What may be surprising is that Ms. Carter was Mr. Roy’s girlfriend. In the article, Seelye and Bidgood discuss the emotional and painful relationship between the two individuals.
According to Seelye and Bidgood, Ms. Carter had actually attempted to aid Mr. Roy overcome his depression. However as time passed on, Ms. Carter had come to believe that “the best way to help him was to encourage him… to kill himself.” As a result, Ms. Carter sent him cyber attacks, ugring him to commit suicide. What may be even worse is that Ms. Carter had intended to use her boyfriend’s death as a way to draw attention to herself. According to Seelye and Bidgood, Ms. Carter had “arranged a fund-raising baseball tournament… and presented herself as an anti-suicide advocate.” It is absolutely horrible and despicable how she used her boyfriend’s death as a way to draw sympathy from her peers. This article helped me realize how evil and selfish people can be. I hope other readers find this article just as interesting and frightening as I did and I know that I’ll stick around to find the verdict of the trial.
Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
This article covers a depressing situation where a man, Conrad Roy III, committed suicide due to the provocations of Michelle Carter. Ms. Carter had urged and pressed Mr. Roy to kill himself until he finally killed himself with carbon monoxide. What may be surprising is that Ms. Carter was Mr. Roy’s girlfriend. In the article, Seelye and Bidgood discuss the emotional and painful relationship between the two individuals.
According to Seelye and Bidgood, Ms. Carter had actually attempted to aid Mr. Roy overcome his depression. However as time passed on, Ms. Carter had come to believe that “the best way to help him was to encourage him… to kill himself.” As a result, Ms. Carter sent him cyber attacks, ugring him to commit suicide. What may be even worse is that Ms. Carter had intended to use her boyfriend’s death as a way to draw attention to herself. According to Seelye and Bidgood, Ms. Carter had “arranged a fund-raising baseball tournament… and presented herself as an anti-suicide advocate.” It is absolutely horrible and despicable how she used her boyfriend’s death as a way to draw sympathy from her peers. This article helped me realize how evil and selfish people can be. I hope other readers find this article just as interesting and frightening as I did and I know that I’ll stick around to find the verdict of the trial.
"Dangerous Exploits: Otto Warmbier and the Risks of Travel to North Korea" by Craig Smith
As US citizen who lives in South Korea, I am regularly exposed to alarming coverage of North Korea’s nuclear tests in preparation for war against the US and continuous threats against South Korea. Much to the surprise of my American friends, the possibility of NK gaining significant leverage in the world seemed far-fetched to me because I’ve never experienced the wrath of Kim JongUn, and I disregarded and considered prospectively dangerous news the least of my worries in my extremely contained Korean-American world.
After reportage of Otto Warmbier's fate flooded multiple newsites’ headlines, I figured that NK was playing its trump card by mistreating and bestowing death upon a US citizen who meant no harm to the regime. As Warmbier’s death indicates, ties between the US and NK have been severed. The countries remain in awkward yet hostile positions.
Craig Smith’s article piqued my interest for it brought out my shallow comprehension of NK's actions' implications. I adopted a “naïve” mindset as Smith and Warmbier did. I was too familiar with discussing the chance of NK starting a war against SK with my friends, then laughing it off because we believed it would never happen. This article forced me to understand that the dangers of NK are very real, and I am more aware of how every incident in world politics affects the relationship between countries, which in turn affects the people.
As US citizen who lives in South Korea, I am regularly exposed to alarming coverage of North Korea’s nuclear tests in preparation for war against the US and continuous threats against South Korea. Much to the surprise of my American friends, the possibility of NK gaining significant leverage in the world seemed far-fetched to me because I’ve never experienced the wrath of Kim JongUn, and I disregarded and considered prospectively dangerous news the least of my worries in my extremely contained Korean-American world.
After reportage of Otto Warmbier's fate flooded multiple newsites’ headlines, I figured that NK was playing its trump card by mistreating and bestowing death upon a US citizen who meant no harm to the regime. As Warmbier’s death indicates, ties between the US and NK have been severed. The countries remain in awkward yet hostile positions.
Craig Smith’s article piqued my interest for it brought out my shallow comprehension of NK's actions' implications. I adopted a “naïve” mindset as Smith and Warmbier did. I was too familiar with discussing the chance of NK starting a war against SK with my friends, then laughing it off because we believed it would never happen. This article forced me to understand that the dangers of NK are very real, and I am more aware of how every incident in world politics affects the relationship between countries, which in turn affects the people.
“What we are teaching black children” by Chris Lebron
You would have thought that at least most racism would be gone by now and the world would be so much better right? Wrong. I cannot believe this is still happening in society today. Many lives are lost for something people can't change from themselves. In the story that Chris mentioned about Charleena Lyles, she called the police because there was a burglary in her house. The police were aware that she had a mental illness. But of course, they ended up shooting her at her house in front of her children just because of the actions she can’t control. Would this still have happened if she were a lighter tone of skin? There are so many stories similar to this and it needs to be stopped. Not only are black people living in this, but also Hispanics. I once was watching the news and saw a story on a man who got ran over. The police was called and they automatically came for help. When the police arrived, the first question they asked the man was, “Are you an illegal?”. All they should be caring about is his health and if he’s okay but they didn’t even bother to help. Sadly, now we’re just taught to obey the police at all times even if it’s unfair so we won’t get hurt. We are taught to listen to them just so we won’t cause more problems than there already is. This whole world is unfair and we really need to change that. Doesn’t matter how long it takes; we have to be the society to make things better.
You would have thought that at least most racism would be gone by now and the world would be so much better right? Wrong. I cannot believe this is still happening in society today. Many lives are lost for something people can't change from themselves. In the story that Chris mentioned about Charleena Lyles, she called the police because there was a burglary in her house. The police were aware that she had a mental illness. But of course, they ended up shooting her at her house in front of her children just because of the actions she can’t control. Would this still have happened if she were a lighter tone of skin? There are so many stories similar to this and it needs to be stopped. Not only are black people living in this, but also Hispanics. I once was watching the news and saw a story on a man who got ran over. The police was called and they automatically came for help. When the police arrived, the first question they asked the man was, “Are you an illegal?”. All they should be caring about is his health and if he’s okay but they didn’t even bother to help. Sadly, now we’re just taught to obey the police at all times even if it’s unfair so we won’t get hurt. We are taught to listen to them just so we won’t cause more problems than there already is. This whole world is unfair and we really need to change that. Doesn’t matter how long it takes; we have to be the society to make things better.
Ranked by Instagram: The Latest Men’s Wear Shows by Valeriya Safronova
Upon reading the title of this article, I was immediately intrigued, as it includes two concepts popular amongst modern teenagers: social media and fashion. However, with further inspection, I found a greater understanding of the importance of media influence in fashion, and also discovered that the latest fashion of today exceeds beyond just producing trendy pieces, by working to make political and social statements. The fashion industry has taken advantage of social media by not only establishing their own accounts, but also recruiting celebrities with large followings to promote their designs. Thus, the contemporary style industry has subsequently turned into a competition of numbers: whose affiliates have the most followers and whose designs receive the most likes. I believe that social media, though beneficial, has increased the pressure to outperform other brands. As fashion is promoted by influencers and becomes more accessible through media, consumers may even be manipulated into a competitive state with each other. Fashion, however, also serves to tackle issues present in society. Vivienne Westwood's designs reflected climate change and pollution issues, whereas at the Dolce and Gabbana show, the musician Raury exercised his freedom of speech by protesting the brand due to their support of Melania Trump. Moreover, the style industry serves as a platform free of censorship and open to innovation.
Upon reading the title of this article, I was immediately intrigued, as it includes two concepts popular amongst modern teenagers: social media and fashion. However, with further inspection, I found a greater understanding of the importance of media influence in fashion, and also discovered that the latest fashion of today exceeds beyond just producing trendy pieces, by working to make political and social statements. The fashion industry has taken advantage of social media by not only establishing their own accounts, but also recruiting celebrities with large followings to promote their designs. Thus, the contemporary style industry has subsequently turned into a competition of numbers: whose affiliates have the most followers and whose designs receive the most likes. I believe that social media, though beneficial, has increased the pressure to outperform other brands. As fashion is promoted by influencers and becomes more accessible through media, consumers may even be manipulated into a competitive state with each other. Fashion, however, also serves to tackle issues present in society. Vivienne Westwood's designs reflected climate change and pollution issues, whereas at the Dolce and Gabbana show, the musician Raury exercised his freedom of speech by protesting the brand due to their support of Melania Trump. Moreover, the style industry serves as a platform free of censorship and open to innovation.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/15/upshot/how-we-became-bitter-political...
From the array of vibrantly illustrated picture books read in elementary school to the lectures by teachers, society tells us not to judge others or place stereotypes on people just because they are different from us.
Although that moral seems obvious and slightly overused, it is increasingly common for Americans to flat out reject the concept of maintaining an open mind—at least when it comes to politics.
As politics becomes more partisan, we end up with two sides that are so severely divided that citizens become closed minded and, as Badger and Chokshi point out, join a political party not because they believe in their party, but because they just really dislike the other party. Too often, Democrats are dismissed as overly idealistic citizens who endorse laziness, while Republicans are labelled as the cold-hearted one percent who wants to return to a society in which only Caucasian males had rights.
These simplistic stereotypes are only further splitting our communities and creating unnecessary tensions between citizens. Instead of channeling all of our frustration into angry arguments and emotionally (not factually) fueled declarations posted all over social media, citizens need to understand that free speech grants us the ability to actively voice opinions and advocate for movements—it does not justify hurling spiteful comments at those who hold different opinions.
From the array of vibrantly illustrated picture books read in elementary school to the lectures by teachers, society tells us not to judge others or place stereotypes on people just because they are different from us.
Although that moral seems obvious and slightly overused, it is increasingly common for Americans to flat out reject the concept of maintaining an open mind—at least when it comes to politics.
As politics becomes more partisan, we end up with two sides that are so severely divided that citizens become closed minded and, as Badger and Chokshi point out, join a political party not because they believe in their party, but because they just really dislike the other party. Too often, Democrats are dismissed as overly idealistic citizens who endorse laziness, while Republicans are labelled as the cold-hearted one percent who wants to return to a society in which only Caucasian males had rights.
These simplistic stereotypes are only further splitting our communities and creating unnecessary tensions between citizens. Instead of channeling all of our frustration into angry arguments and emotionally (not factually) fueled declarations posted all over social media, citizens need to understand that free speech grants us the ability to actively voice opinions and advocate for movements—it does not justify hurling spiteful comments at those who hold different opinions.
“Protesters Outside ‘Julius Caesar’ in Central Park, and Laughs Inside” by Emily Palmer and Maya Salam
Even as I read the title of the article, I felt an almost instinctual rage bubbling up inside of me. As the article describes, a Central Park production of “Julius Caesar” that presented Caesar as a Trump-like individual attracted a number of protesters who claimed that it was celebrating the assassination of Donald Trump. As a lifelong theatre fan who has read the play and even acted in it, I know that the work certainly does not encourage the assassination of political leaders, so I instantly felt a visceral opposition to the protestors and their actions.
Simultaneously, though, I had a highly emotional response to the article, because I couldn’t help but see the beauty and irony in the situation. When Shakespeare was alive, the audiences of his plays were boisterous and outspoken, and they would loudly respond to what was happening on stage. Seeing that Shakespeare’s centuries-old works can elicit the same impassioned responses in people today is deeply moving. It makes me proud to see that theatre, which many people tend to associate with frivolous singing and dancing, can be topical, thought-provoking and, at times, uncomfortable.
Shakespeare himself wrote, “All the world's a stage,” but in the compelling, fascinating, and unexpectedly uplifting production depicted in the article, it appears that the stage became our world, and I think that that’s beautiful.
Even as I read the title of the article, I felt an almost instinctual rage bubbling up inside of me. As the article describes, a Central Park production of “Julius Caesar” that presented Caesar as a Trump-like individual attracted a number of protesters who claimed that it was celebrating the assassination of Donald Trump. As a lifelong theatre fan who has read the play and even acted in it, I know that the work certainly does not encourage the assassination of political leaders, so I instantly felt a visceral opposition to the protestors and their actions.
Simultaneously, though, I had a highly emotional response to the article, because I couldn’t help but see the beauty and irony in the situation. When Shakespeare was alive, the audiences of his plays were boisterous and outspoken, and they would loudly respond to what was happening on stage. Seeing that Shakespeare’s centuries-old works can elicit the same impassioned responses in people today is deeply moving. It makes me proud to see that theatre, which many people tend to associate with frivolous singing and dancing, can be topical, thought-provoking and, at times, uncomfortable.
Shakespeare himself wrote, “All the world's a stage,” but in the compelling, fascinating, and unexpectedly uplifting production depicted in the article, it appears that the stage became our world, and I think that that’s beautiful.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers"
Why should Ms. Carter have to pay for the years of mistreatment Mr. Ray suffered? Why should she pay for being alone in trying to help, and snapping after years of relentless pushing to get him to see someone.
Yes, she loaded the final straw on the camel's back, after years of abuse by his family. Ms. Carter was the one who convinced Mr. Ray to kill himself, but she wasn't the only reason why he would do such a thing. Assign blame where it's due. It's not only her fault that he died, it's the fault of every parent who ignored him, the fault of every teacher who didn't see how isolated they were, the fault of a system that doesn't want to serve the children it was designed to teach.
It's a fact that victims are blamed. Once a troublemaker, always a troublemaker, right? Except, it's labels and brands that cause people to go to extreme measures, that make people think that they're monsters. Maybe being hated on makes people do crazy things.
Maybe "justice" had to be served, so the rest of us can sleep at night. Now we know that Ms. Carter (who is dangerous, vile, mentally ill) will put away. Exactly like Mr. Ray, one may say.
Maybe we all need to take a nice long look at ourselves and imagine who we'd be if we were a little more isolated, and a little more scared of everything. If we were pushed away and shunned and thought of as crazy, who knows what we might say or do in order to be seen as human.
Why should Ms. Carter have to pay for the years of mistreatment Mr. Ray suffered? Why should she pay for being alone in trying to help, and snapping after years of relentless pushing to get him to see someone.
Yes, she loaded the final straw on the camel's back, after years of abuse by his family. Ms. Carter was the one who convinced Mr. Ray to kill himself, but she wasn't the only reason why he would do such a thing. Assign blame where it's due. It's not only her fault that he died, it's the fault of every parent who ignored him, the fault of every teacher who didn't see how isolated they were, the fault of a system that doesn't want to serve the children it was designed to teach.
It's a fact that victims are blamed. Once a troublemaker, always a troublemaker, right? Except, it's labels and brands that cause people to go to extreme measures, that make people think that they're monsters. Maybe being hated on makes people do crazy things.
Maybe "justice" had to be served, so the rest of us can sleep at night. Now we know that Ms. Carter (who is dangerous, vile, mentally ill) will put away. Exactly like Mr. Ray, one may say.
Maybe we all need to take a nice long look at ourselves and imagine who we'd be if we were a little more isolated, and a little more scared of everything. If we were pushed away and shunned and thought of as crazy, who knows what we might say or do in order to be seen as human.
"Mis-Educating the Young" by David Brooks
For the past week I have been going from article to article trying to choose something to write about. Then this morning, this article about how people in their twenties in the past used to have milestones and would get used to going through the 'real' life easily. However, in our day and age, with all the social media and comparison, these milestones that were prominent in the past have been fading. So these people who are starting the 'real' life have nothing to guide them, except people's judgements. As a high schooler, who is close to leaving for college, I am terrified since I don't feel the slightest bit ready to face this life alone, since nothing in school has been educating us on that subject. That is the irony. Schools should teach us about life and things such as our 30 human rights, at least that is something that may help us in our future. I am also terrified because nowadays people would rather imprint quotes on their skin "about endurance and resilience" rather than "about carefree youth". That should not be okay for people who are just starting to taste the 'real' life.
For the past week I have been going from article to article trying to choose something to write about. Then this morning, this article about how people in their twenties in the past used to have milestones and would get used to going through the 'real' life easily. However, in our day and age, with all the social media and comparison, these milestones that were prominent in the past have been fading. So these people who are starting the 'real' life have nothing to guide them, except people's judgements. As a high schooler, who is close to leaving for college, I am terrified since I don't feel the slightest bit ready to face this life alone, since nothing in school has been educating us on that subject. That is the irony. Schools should teach us about life and things such as our 30 human rights, at least that is something that may help us in our future. I am also terrified because nowadays people would rather imprint quotes on their skin "about endurance and resilience" rather than "about carefree youth". That should not be okay for people who are just starting to taste the 'real' life.
"Mis-Educating the Young" by David Brooks
For the past week I have been going from article to article trying to choose something to write about. Then this morning, this article about how people in their twenties in the past used to have milestones and would get used to going through the 'real' life easily. However, in our day and age, with all the social media and comparison, these milestones that were prominent in the past have been fading. So these people who are starting the 'real' life have nothing to guide them, except people's judgements. As a high schooler, who is close to leaving for college, I am terrified since I don't feel the slightest bit ready to face this life alone, since nothing in school has been educating us on that subject. That is the irony. Schools should teach us about life and things such as our 30 human rights, at least that is something that may help us. I am also terrified because nowadays people would rather imprint quotes on their skin "about endurance and resilience" rather than "about carefree youth". That should not be okay for people who are just starting to taste the 'real' life.
For the past week I have been going from article to article trying to choose something to write about. Then this morning, this article about how people in their twenties in the past used to have milestones and would get used to going through the 'real' life easily. However, in our day and age, with all the social media and comparison, these milestones that were prominent in the past have been fading. So these people who are starting the 'real' life have nothing to guide them, except people's judgements. As a high schooler, who is close to leaving for college, I am terrified since I don't feel the slightest bit ready to face this life alone, since nothing in school has been educating us on that subject. That is the irony. Schools should teach us about life and things such as our 30 human rights, at least that is something that may help us. I am also terrified because nowadays people would rather imprint quotes on their skin "about endurance and resilience" rather than "about carefree youth". That should not be okay for people who are just starting to taste the 'real' life.
"Warriors Win N.B.A. Title, Avenging Themselves Against the Cavaliers" by: Scott Cacciola
This article, is discussing how the Golden State Warriors will be known as one of the greatest teams in NBA history. Also, this articles topic is on how the Warriors avenged themselves by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Warriors have made on of the best teams in the NBA to make history in the playoffs. They went undefeated, beating every team in the Western Conference and when they defeated the Cavs in five games out of seven, it was not a surprise. Warriors went 16-1 in the playoffs, which makes once again another NBA record. The Warriors worked as a team, obviously, to win the title, but there was one person that was the one that stood out the most during the finals. That player was, Kevin Durant. KD had gotten 30+ points every single game of the series, which no one has done since Shaq in the early 2000. Lebron did not give up on the finals, he was averaging a Triple-Double the whole entire series. He put all his effort into this series but he could not win the series all by himself.
This article, is discussing how the Golden State Warriors will be known as one of the greatest teams in NBA history. Also, this articles topic is on how the Warriors avenged themselves by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Warriors have made on of the best teams in the NBA to make history in the playoffs. They went undefeated, beating every team in the Western Conference and when they defeated the Cavs in five games out of seven, it was not a surprise. Warriors went 16-1 in the playoffs, which makes once again another NBA record. The Warriors worked as a team, obviously, to win the title, but there was one person that was the one that stood out the most during the finals. That player was, Kevin Durant. KD had gotten 30+ points every single game of the series, which no one has done since Shaq in the early 2000. Lebron did not give up on the finals, he was averaging a Triple-Double the whole entire series. He put all his effort into this series but he could not win the series all by himself.
"Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It." By: Caryn Ganz
While most people would advise others to ignore social standards, they themselves worry about how the world will react to their actions, and appearances. Katy Perry changed her entire image including: her look, her music, and her vocabulary. By doing so she put herself in a position to be judged either good or bad.
I find it very intriguing that many people criticize Katy because she's not the "crazed pop star" she was before. Wearing colorful wigs and outfits is what her critics want from her. They don't care weather or not she's happy as long as what she does is to their liking. Katy Perry decided to take a stand and reinvent herself into Katherine Hudson, her true self. Although many people may not accept who she has decided to become, she stands behind her decision, and I completely agree with her. It is important to fight for what you believe is right, and that is exactly what she is teaching young adults such as myself.
Katherine wants to spread the message of unity, respect, and communication. She fully supports the LGBTQ community and even received a Human Rights award for endorsing it. Every person no matter the color, race, gender, or sexuality should be treated with equality because at the end of the day we are all human.
While most people would advise others to ignore social standards, they themselves worry about how the world will react to their actions, and appearances. Katy Perry changed her entire image including: her look, her music, and her vocabulary. By doing so she put herself in a position to be judged either good or bad.
I find it very intriguing that many people criticize Katy because she's not the "crazed pop star" she was before. Wearing colorful wigs and outfits is what her critics want from her. They don't care weather or not she's happy as long as what she does is to their liking. Katy Perry decided to take a stand and reinvent herself into Katherine Hudson, her true self. Although many people may not accept who she has decided to become, she stands behind her decision, and I completely agree with her. It is important to fight for what you believe is right, and that is exactly what she is teaching young adults such as myself.
Katherine wants to spread the message of unity, respect, and communication. She fully supports the LGBTQ community and even received a Human Rights award for endorsing it. Every person no matter the color, race, gender, or sexuality should be treated with equality because at the end of the day we are all human.
"Campus Life: Locked, Loaded, and Loopy"
This editorial, by the Editorial Board, uses critical arguments to express an opinion regarding campus/concealed carry. To begin, the author’s purpose is to express their opinion. Their opinion is stated at the end; however, there is bias. Furthermore, the author’s best argument is the critique of the opposition, in lieu of individual arguments. The author is very good at this and it allows for many questions about the law to be included. However, there are some points that I do not understand. There is one question—it asks how campus life will be affected. This is not a constructive point, as points can be made for both sides of the issue. Furthermore, the author creates their opinion and arguments by critiquing the other side’s points all while including other groups’ opposition to the issue. This strategy can be effective and ineffective. While these questions may prove that there are holes in the opposition’s plans, the opposition can provide excellent answers. Furthermore, the audience and occasion play a large role in the author’s framing of their argument. Majority of the audience and those living in the place of publication tend to have more liberal views, leading the author to poke holes in conservative beliefs as majority of the audience is opposed to the aforementioned idea. In conclusion, the author of this editorial mainly critiques the opposition, while barely making a lot of blunt and opinionated statements of their own.
This editorial, by the Editorial Board, uses critical arguments to express an opinion regarding campus/concealed carry. To begin, the author’s purpose is to express their opinion. Their opinion is stated at the end; however, there is bias. Furthermore, the author’s best argument is the critique of the opposition, in lieu of individual arguments. The author is very good at this and it allows for many questions about the law to be included. However, there are some points that I do not understand. There is one question—it asks how campus life will be affected. This is not a constructive point, as points can be made for both sides of the issue. Furthermore, the author creates their opinion and arguments by critiquing the other side’s points all while including other groups’ opposition to the issue. This strategy can be effective and ineffective. While these questions may prove that there are holes in the opposition’s plans, the opposition can provide excellent answers. Furthermore, the audience and occasion play a large role in the author’s framing of their argument. Majority of the audience and those living in the place of publication tend to have more liberal views, leading the author to poke holes in conservative beliefs as majority of the audience is opposed to the aforementioned idea. In conclusion, the author of this editorial mainly critiques the opposition, while barely making a lot of blunt and opinionated statements of their own.
Loving, 50 Years Later
All my life, I've been subjected to the tacit expectation of marrying a "nice Chinese boy." After all, according to my family, who could better understand me than someone of the same cultural background?
Living in a predominately white community as a colored girl, I’m accustomed to cultural differences met with resistance and scrutiny; but 50 years after the landmark case Loving v. Virginia legalized interracial marriage, rejecting the “traditional” path of marriage is not an act of cultural betrayal, but of love.
As I read through the stories of eleven interracial couples, they did not attempt to glorify love, but acknowledged experiences of alienation and societal judgment while using differences in culture as an opportunity to learn and accept.
I laughed at loud when Barb described listening to her husband’s country music as a culture shock, because it reminded me of when my immigrant parents first heard Dolly Parton. I grew frustrated when Jennifer’s children were labeled with racial slurs because of their background and smiled when Stephanie’s family finally accepted her marriage after years of resistance and celebrated with a mix of conversation, shopping and common ground.
Their stories raised awareness of the filtered lens by which society looks upon interracial love and challenged my own preconceptions. Human connection knows no barriers, and because of Loving v. Virginia, loving is not recognized as a criminal act, but as a human one.
All my life, I've been subjected to the tacit expectation of marrying a "nice Chinese boy." After all, according to my family, who could better understand me than someone of the same cultural background?
Living in a predominately white community as a colored girl, I’m accustomed to cultural differences met with resistance and scrutiny; but 50 years after the landmark case Loving v. Virginia legalized interracial marriage, rejecting the “traditional” path of marriage is not an act of cultural betrayal, but of love.
As I read through the stories of eleven interracial couples, they did not attempt to glorify love, but acknowledged experiences of alienation and societal judgment while using differences in culture as an opportunity to learn and accept.
I laughed at loud when Barb described listening to her husband’s country music as a culture shock, because it reminded me of when my immigrant parents first heard Dolly Parton. I grew frustrated when Jennifer’s children were labeled with racial slurs because of their background and smiled when Stephanie’s family finally accepted her marriage after years of resistance and celebrated with a mix of conversation, shopping and common ground.
Their stories raised awareness of the filtered lens by which society looks upon interracial love and challenged my own preconceptions. Human connection knows no barriers, and because of Loving v. Virginia, loving is not recognized as a criminal act, but as a human one.
The article: Inspired by War Zones, Balloon Device May Save Civilians From Fatal Blood Loss, by Denise Grady, interested me from the start, when I first read the title. I found this title tremendously interesting because I did not understand how a balloon device could save an individual from bleeding out.
The article begins tying the reasoning for the use of the balloon device to last month’s Times Square attack where a car ran over pedestrians. The outcome of this attack included a high school senior hemorrhaging internally where blood transfusions could not keep up with the amount she was losing. The high school senior who suffered from severe injuries to her pelvis, legs, and abdomen was about to encounter cardiac arrest. Since desperate times were calling for desperate measures, a trauma surgeon grabbed the balloon device, called an ER-Reboa catheter, and implanted the device into her thigh connecting it to her aorta. The balloon part of the device ultimately blocks the aorta circulating blood to the pelvis and legs, while allowing blood to flow to the heart, brain, and other vital organs above, allowing doctors to find the source of blood loss and fix it. The ER-Reboa saved the senior’s life.
It was shocking to read how a balloon had the power to save a life by cutting off circulation to one part of the body. In addition, I found it very interesting that these doctors took the dangerous risk that could have cost her life, instead of saving it.
The article begins tying the reasoning for the use of the balloon device to last month’s Times Square attack where a car ran over pedestrians. The outcome of this attack included a high school senior hemorrhaging internally where blood transfusions could not keep up with the amount she was losing. The high school senior who suffered from severe injuries to her pelvis, legs, and abdomen was about to encounter cardiac arrest. Since desperate times were calling for desperate measures, a trauma surgeon grabbed the balloon device, called an ER-Reboa catheter, and implanted the device into her thigh connecting it to her aorta. The balloon part of the device ultimately blocks the aorta circulating blood to the pelvis and legs, while allowing blood to flow to the heart, brain, and other vital organs above, allowing doctors to find the source of blood loss and fix it. The ER-Reboa saved the senior’s life.
It was shocking to read how a balloon had the power to save a life by cutting off circulation to one part of the body. In addition, I found it very interesting that these doctors took the dangerous risk that could have cost her life, instead of saving it.
As an educated, “woke”, African-American teen living in the U.S. today, I feel that it is salient for all people living in this country to be informed as to what is going on around them. In order to stimulate positive change, people must be willing to discuss the issues (even the ones that make them uncomfortable or are considered “too controversial). With that being said, there is a very big issue that often gets covered up, and it affects about 13% of the US population today; that being that there is still a very prevalent amount of institutional racism taking place in the post-racial society that we all live in. In reading through the plethora of articles on this website, one that stuck to me and interested me the most was, Philando Castile and the Terror of an Ordinary Day by Elise C. Boddie because it touched on these issues. This article illustrates the everyday perils that Af-Ams face while doing ordinary activities. Philando Castile is not the first to be robbed of his life unjustly, nor will he be the last. There are many others whose stories and names are never mentioned in mainstream media, the reason being that no one wants to have the discussion and embrace the fact that there are issues in our country. People need take account that America is still an unjust place, and equip themselves with the knowledge of how and why it came to be this way. Until then, these tragedies will continue to tarnish the name of the country that promises “liberty and justice for all”.
“Destroying a Philippine City to Save It From ISIS Allies”
It amazes me how several hundred terrorists managed to take over a city of 200,000, overwhelming its entire police force and bringing the military counterattack to a crawl. Heavily armed rebels and well placed snipers are stopping a military task force comprised of tanks, fixed-wing bombers, and helicopters. I also find it shocking how this may be the first foothold that the Islamic State has within Southeast Asia; the first expansion outside of the Middle East. The article argues that in order to stop the spread of these terrorists, the AFP has been employing a strategy of destruction to save it. The article offers excellent reporting, giving details on the military situation, the capabilities of both sides, and Filipino politics.
And it is the political response that is troubling. Even if the declaration of martial law is only for sixty days, the situation strongly mirrors the Marcos Administration, where after terrorist scares, martial law was declared. Marcos held power for eighteen years in what my Filipino parents described as a period of fear. They were not scared of the terrorists, they were scared of the regime, and opted to immigrate to America. It is worrisome that Duterte mentioned possible martial law throughout the entire country because of this “rebellion”. A return to such a state under control of the president, would be disastrous for the Philippines, only allowing for the spread of the Islamic State.
It amazes me how several hundred terrorists managed to take over a city of 200,000, overwhelming its entire police force and bringing the military counterattack to a crawl. Heavily armed rebels and well placed snipers are stopping a military task force comprised of tanks, fixed-wing bombers, and helicopters. I also find it shocking how this may be the first foothold that the Islamic State has within Southeast Asia; the first expansion outside of the Middle East. The article argues that in order to stop the spread of these terrorists, the AFP has been employing a strategy of destruction to save it. The article offers excellent reporting, giving details on the military situation, the capabilities of both sides, and Filipino politics.
And it is the political response that is troubling. Even if the declaration of martial law is only for sixty days, the situation strongly mirrors the Marcos Administration, where after terrorist scares, martial law was declared. Marcos held power for eighteen years in what my Filipino parents described as a period of fear. They were not scared of the terrorists, they were scared of the regime, and opted to immigrate to America. It is worrisome that Duterte mentioned possible martial law throughout the entire country because of this “rebellion”. A return to such a state under control of the president, would be disastrous for the Philippines, only allowing for the spread of the Islamic State.
“The Teenagers Standing Up to Putin”
The world's infrastructure always promises to bring news on our advance or detriment in our international relationships. We are battered with words such as “us” and “them.” The Times Article “The Teenagers Standing up to Putin,” however, has nothing to do with these relationships at all. Instead, we learn about the relationship that Russia has with itself, which I find interesting. The article reveals that all countries, even Russia, are divided. Russia has always felt “alien” to me; I see it as a dark world where people’s voices are extinguished. But the fact these teenagers are protesting changes things; in my eyes, it humanizes the Russian people. There are individuals who are fighting, which is a lot like those in the U.S. This article revealed to me that even though the governments of our two respective nations have not been able to coexist “undisturbed,” many of the people in both countries are similar. The article also mentions that the protesters are being attacked by riot police, which suggests that people’s opinions are being extinguished. But all movements struggle to shine, and once again, those that occur in Russia are no exception. There are many ways to see the situation, and one article by itself cannot provide all the answers. Nevertheless, this statement is valuable and provides one view of many on the state of Russia, giving us with some material to fight xenophobia and racism that plagues us today.
The world's infrastructure always promises to bring news on our advance or detriment in our international relationships. We are battered with words such as “us” and “them.” The Times Article “The Teenagers Standing up to Putin,” however, has nothing to do with these relationships at all. Instead, we learn about the relationship that Russia has with itself, which I find interesting. The article reveals that all countries, even Russia, are divided. Russia has always felt “alien” to me; I see it as a dark world where people’s voices are extinguished. But the fact these teenagers are protesting changes things; in my eyes, it humanizes the Russian people. There are individuals who are fighting, which is a lot like those in the U.S. This article revealed to me that even though the governments of our two respective nations have not been able to coexist “undisturbed,” many of the people in both countries are similar. The article also mentions that the protesters are being attacked by riot police, which suggests that people’s opinions are being extinguished. But all movements struggle to shine, and once again, those that occur in Russia are no exception. There are many ways to see the situation, and one article by itself cannot provide all the answers. Nevertheless, this statement is valuable and provides one view of many on the state of Russia, giving us with some material to fight xenophobia and racism that plagues us today.
An interesting title, “The World According to Black Women Photography”, due to the fact that there has been so much controversy when it comes to the color of a person’s skin. From the shootings to the protests for black people, it has just been one big whirlwind of problems that don’t seem any closer to being resolved. This article really brings up a little piece of these issues in that some of the greatest work comes from blacks, especially women. And a lot of the time their voice is just drowned out in the roar of those who think they are so much better. But this article does something good in that it helps recognize the amazing skills of the black women community, that they are just as good at taking an amazing photo as any professional. Its is an amazing thing to hear that the creator of the book didn't just sit down and give up when they told her no to her ideas, she tried to do it a different way by publishing it herself. She stood up to them because she wanted people to know that black women are just as good at photography as anyone else. And when looking through the photos of these women, I was overwhelmed by how amazing and beautiful they were. I was really drawn to the one called “Reflections of you”. A not so simple photo of a woman in her wedding dress with a lady looking back at her probably remembering the day that she had her wedding. It was beautiful and they were all beautiful. But overall the message in this was strong and that was what really drew me in.
"Fears Grow That U.S. Is Inching Toward Bigger Role in Syria War," written by Helene Cooper, published June 22, 2017.
This article really caught my attention because it is on everyone's mind for the U.S. to not get involved with international warfare. The U.S. is always heading toward the direction of war in the Middle East. Although this may be an unpopular opinion to many Americans, I feel that these wars have been started by the U.S. government to secretly fund the military industrial complex and banking organizations. Using a conspiracy theory and also according to an article published by the Daily Caller in December of 2016, Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard claims U.S. is funding and arming ISIS to further encourage business through war.
Being embroiled in the war with Syria would stimulate the wealthy's economy. However, the lower class economies would deeply suffer from heavier taxes. Many of the liberals are still disappointed with Trump's decision to bomb Syria to counter Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's apparent use of chemical weapons against his people.
Also, President Emmanuel Macron of France wants to eliminate terrorist groups in Syria. He also stated that he needs the full cooperation of all the nations to eradicate them. This alone, inches the U.S. closer towards war.
Most people should be concerned with the U.S. involvement of the war because public debts and levels of taxation always increase with conflicts.
This article really caught my attention because it is on everyone's mind for the U.S. to not get involved with international warfare. The U.S. is always heading toward the direction of war in the Middle East. Although this may be an unpopular opinion to many Americans, I feel that these wars have been started by the U.S. government to secretly fund the military industrial complex and banking organizations. Using a conspiracy theory and also according to an article published by the Daily Caller in December of 2016, Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard claims U.S. is funding and arming ISIS to further encourage business through war.
Being embroiled in the war with Syria would stimulate the wealthy's economy. However, the lower class economies would deeply suffer from heavier taxes. Many of the liberals are still disappointed with Trump's decision to bomb Syria to counter Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's apparent use of chemical weapons against his people.
Also, President Emmanuel Macron of France wants to eliminate terrorist groups in Syria. He also stated that he needs the full cooperation of all the nations to eradicate them. This alone, inches the U.S. closer towards war.
Most people should be concerned with the U.S. involvement of the war because public debts and levels of taxation always increase with conflicts.
“Democrats and the Losing Politics of Contempt”
It is no secret that this past year in particular was a rollercoaster for the United States of America—particularly, the Democratic party after their candidate, Hillary Clinton, notably lost to the Republican party’s candidate, Donald Trump, in the presidential election. In the article “Democrats and the Losing Politics of Contempt,” by Bret Stephens, the Democratic party is evaluated, particularly its failing platform, in order to provide solid reasoning for the author’s strong opinion about the Democratic party, in which he wants to inform the audience about. Primarily, the author mainly argues that the Democratic party’s brand of contempt for the opposition, in addition to turning local elections into a campaign against President Trump, has been its downfall. Stephens supports his argument by using the actual outcomes of local elections that have fallen victim to the party’s strategy as material, such as the race in Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District between Republican Karen Handel and Democrat Jon Ossoff. Stephens also utilizes the argument of the opposition to create reasoning with the audience, such as mentioning that the race would surely be an uphill battle for any Democrat, only to contradict the argument with a stronger argument of his against it, such as mentioning that even though there was a huge Democratic turnout to the election, Ossoff still lost in the end. Clearly, Stephens produces an effective argument.
It is no secret that this past year in particular was a rollercoaster for the United States of America—particularly, the Democratic party after their candidate, Hillary Clinton, notably lost to the Republican party’s candidate, Donald Trump, in the presidential election. In the article “Democrats and the Losing Politics of Contempt,” by Bret Stephens, the Democratic party is evaluated, particularly its failing platform, in order to provide solid reasoning for the author’s strong opinion about the Democratic party, in which he wants to inform the audience about. Primarily, the author mainly argues that the Democratic party’s brand of contempt for the opposition, in addition to turning local elections into a campaign against President Trump, has been its downfall. Stephens supports his argument by using the actual outcomes of local elections that have fallen victim to the party’s strategy as material, such as the race in Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District between Republican Karen Handel and Democrat Jon Ossoff. Stephens also utilizes the argument of the opposition to create reasoning with the audience, such as mentioning that the race would surely be an uphill battle for any Democrat, only to contradict the argument with a stronger argument of his against it, such as mentioning that even though there was a huge Democratic turnout to the election, Ossoff still lost in the end. Clearly, Stephens produces an effective argument.
What interested me the most in the times this week was the article entitled "Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls" By Andrew Reiner because it focused on the effects of boy stereotypes. In this day in age our generation has focused more on women stereotypes and how to fix them when we should also be focusing on the men's. Yes both boys and girls are effected by stereotypes but not many people are informed on how they affect boys. This article made me realize how much differently boys are treated than girls. A cause of this is our society being oblivious of the effects of stereotypes and not doing anything but promoting these habits. Parents make boys feel like they have to be strong and "Manly" in order to be real "Men". Boys are being neglected from the love that many girls get because parents believe it will make them into "Real Men" but this is false. The pressure put on these little boys since young make them suffer as they grow older. Statistics show that how boys are treated as adolescence affects them emotionally and academically in the future this makes them fall behind. Boys also don't express their feelings or femininity in fear that they might not be considered "Men". I believe that parents should be informed and focus on loving their children instead of putting ideas into their heads this article was a great way of informing people and I learned a lot from it. I also believe that boys and girls should not be treated any differently but equally.
I am 16 and I think it is safe to say that I have ever experienced true love but I believe I have witnessed it. Next week is my parents wedding anniversary. As I read their wedding announcement, I can’t help but notice how different they seem on paper. However, they somehow met one night and decided that they wanted to get to now each other further. But, I doubt at that moment they knew that they would spend the course of the next twenty or so years doing just that. However, today it is so easy to develop an opinion on someone through looking at their social media. This article shows how social media has adjusted the meaning of love today. Everyday, my Instagram feed is filled with the same content. We are trying to put off a certain message about ourselves that we believe will make ourselves appeal more to our peers. Social media was created to make connections but now we are trying to put off a certain message about ourselves that we believe will make us appeal more to our peers. By doing so girls and boys have hidden their unique qualities in order to fit in with the status quo. So, how is true love supposed to exist when we are hiding behind filters? I think my parents show that your differences are what makes you special and loved. My parents came to love each other because of what makes them unique. And through their unconditional love for us they encourage my brothers and I to accept and display our differences proudly every day.
“Modern Love” by Clara Dollar
“Modern Love” by Clara Dollar
"America Made Me a Feminist" by Paulina Porizkova
I found this article to be particularly interesting because, being a woman in America, this article was very empowering. Seeing how differently woman are treated and seen in every country really shows how we do not have a set spot and position for women. They are either seen as very powerful, as an equal, or as people who are not equal and do not know what is "right" or "wrong" for them to say or do according to society. In places such as Sweden women are powerful, loved, and celebrated, while on the other hand in Czechoslovakia they were just seen as objects to care for and cater to the needs of their husbands; they would be abused and treated like animals, but this was all okay. Then in America, women do not know where they stand. They do not get payed equally, they are told to do things but once they do it they are frowned upon, and overall people just send them mixed signals. This is where feminism comes into play. Women are treated differently everywhere and it really is time to take action on this. Seeing how people portray your gender based on where you live should be a wake up call, letting everyone know that this is an issue. We need to live in a world where we are treated equally throughout just like men are. We should not have to feel ashamed of ourselves some places and empowered in others. I want to live in a world where women no longer have to fight for there rights, just to be ignored.
I found this article to be particularly interesting because, being a woman in America, this article was very empowering. Seeing how differently woman are treated and seen in every country really shows how we do not have a set spot and position for women. They are either seen as very powerful, as an equal, or as people who are not equal and do not know what is "right" or "wrong" for them to say or do according to society. In places such as Sweden women are powerful, loved, and celebrated, while on the other hand in Czechoslovakia they were just seen as objects to care for and cater to the needs of their husbands; they would be abused and treated like animals, but this was all okay. Then in America, women do not know where they stand. They do not get payed equally, they are told to do things but once they do it they are frowned upon, and overall people just send them mixed signals. This is where feminism comes into play. Women are treated differently everywhere and it really is time to take action on this. Seeing how people portray your gender based on where you live should be a wake up call, letting everyone know that this is an issue. We need to live in a world where we are treated equally throughout just like men are. We should not have to feel ashamed of ourselves some places and empowered in others. I want to live in a world where women no longer have to fight for there rights, just to be ignored.
"Loving, 50 Years Late"
We cannot deny the fact that racism and acceptance for diversity has been an issue for America for the longest time. In the recent years the situation has improved but to this day it is still very evident despite what people might try to say to mask this fact. This article consisted of couples telling their interracial marriage stories in order to celebrate 50 years since the passing of a bill that allowed them to marry whoever they want without facing consequences. Sounds harsh right? That's because it is. I am happy the bill passed but I also think it is very pathetic that a bill had to be put in to begin with. This is just one example of many that proves this country's extent amount of racism and non-acceptance to the non-traditional. While reading, I was completely and utterly baffled by what some couples had to deal with, but one couple's story in particular stood out to me. Bonnie and Allen G Travis wanted to marry at a time in which it was illegal for two different races to do so. In order to marry they had to take actions that consisted of paying the priest off to not mention race, dying the brides hair so she would "fit in" more and neglecting to invite family. They took the risk knowing the consequences. This country was made to be diverse and equal. After all this is a country that was built on many different cultures & races. I chose this article because I found the stories interesting & it gave me a reason to feel like discussing.
We cannot deny the fact that racism and acceptance for diversity has been an issue for America for the longest time. In the recent years the situation has improved but to this day it is still very evident despite what people might try to say to mask this fact. This article consisted of couples telling their interracial marriage stories in order to celebrate 50 years since the passing of a bill that allowed them to marry whoever they want without facing consequences. Sounds harsh right? That's because it is. I am happy the bill passed but I also think it is very pathetic that a bill had to be put in to begin with. This is just one example of many that proves this country's extent amount of racism and non-acceptance to the non-traditional. While reading, I was completely and utterly baffled by what some couples had to deal with, but one couple's story in particular stood out to me. Bonnie and Allen G Travis wanted to marry at a time in which it was illegal for two different races to do so. In order to marry they had to take actions that consisted of paying the priest off to not mention race, dying the brides hair so she would "fit in" more and neglecting to invite family. They took the risk knowing the consequences. This country was made to be diverse and equal. After all this is a country that was built on many different cultures & races. I chose this article because I found the stories interesting & it gave me a reason to feel like discussing.
“Uh oh, Health Care Edition”
Life has inherent risk, but fear of its implications should not dictate action. For many, health insurance provides a safety net. Yet, health insurance doesn’t cover all Americans, potentially turning a diagnosis into a death sentence. This issue is especially pivotal with the new health care bill that, if passed, will eliminate or abate coverage for the elderly, ill, poor, and middle class. The savings from this bill will result in tax cuts for the wealthy. Physical and mental well-being are fundamentals; why are politics taking precedence over health?
Consider the following: an average American is diagnosed with a deadly disease. With insurance, access to treatments will increase their chance of survival. However, without insurance, do they accept their fate or make risky decisions to prolong their life? This is a difficult dilemma that may soon become unavoidable.
After reading this article, I was concerned that with the new bill, many Americans may no longer be able to receive proper medical care. It is difficult to cope with a loved one’s illness despite knowing they are receiving the best treatment. Knowing that a loved one is not receiving the best treatment due to finances would be unbearable. Unfortunately, the senate is attempting to divert attention from the bill by rushing to make it into law. Instead, I would implore them to reconsider their priorities, put American’s health first, and provide a safety net for life’s inherent risk.
Life has inherent risk, but fear of its implications should not dictate action. For many, health insurance provides a safety net. Yet, health insurance doesn’t cover all Americans, potentially turning a diagnosis into a death sentence. This issue is especially pivotal with the new health care bill that, if passed, will eliminate or abate coverage for the elderly, ill, poor, and middle class. The savings from this bill will result in tax cuts for the wealthy. Physical and mental well-being are fundamentals; why are politics taking precedence over health?
Consider the following: an average American is diagnosed with a deadly disease. With insurance, access to treatments will increase their chance of survival. However, without insurance, do they accept their fate or make risky decisions to prolong their life? This is a difficult dilemma that may soon become unavoidable.
After reading this article, I was concerned that with the new bill, many Americans may no longer be able to receive proper medical care. It is difficult to cope with a loved one’s illness despite knowing they are receiving the best treatment. Knowing that a loved one is not receiving the best treatment due to finances would be unbearable. Unfortunately, the senate is attempting to divert attention from the bill by rushing to make it into law. Instead, I would implore them to reconsider their priorities, put American’s health first, and provide a safety net for life’s inherent risk.
"The Antarctica Virtual Reality Series"
Ever since the first virtual reality camera was built in 1968 by Ivan Sutherland, virtual reality’s popularity and usage has skyrocketed ever since. The Antarctica videos shown in this article clearly portrays the kind of innovative brilliance that can be obtained from harnessing the power of virtual reality. Not only do these videos help viewers get a clean, sharp view of Antarctica’s beauty without being subjected to its environmental hazards, but it also is a milestone for the bright future of virtual reality. Virtual reality has always astonished its viewers by providing a terrifyingly realistic view of what’s around them. What makes virtual reality different from regular videos is that you can change your perspective, so that you’re not limited to which way the camera is pointing during the video, giving you a full 360 degree perspective of what’s going on around you. Another feature of virtual reality is that while you’re changing your perspective by moving around, whether by screen or head-mounted cam, the environment around you doesn’t buffer or falter, giving you the impression that you are actually at that very place and time. Giving a definitive view of Antarctica’s hard to reach locations while possessing an array of special features that allows viewers to change their perspective in real time, it isn’t hard to see why this article’s virtual reality videos were so appealing to me this week.
Ever since the first virtual reality camera was built in 1968 by Ivan Sutherland, virtual reality’s popularity and usage has skyrocketed ever since. The Antarctica videos shown in this article clearly portrays the kind of innovative brilliance that can be obtained from harnessing the power of virtual reality. Not only do these videos help viewers get a clean, sharp view of Antarctica’s beauty without being subjected to its environmental hazards, but it also is a milestone for the bright future of virtual reality. Virtual reality has always astonished its viewers by providing a terrifyingly realistic view of what’s around them. What makes virtual reality different from regular videos is that you can change your perspective, so that you’re not limited to which way the camera is pointing during the video, giving you a full 360 degree perspective of what’s going on around you. Another feature of virtual reality is that while you’re changing your perspective by moving around, whether by screen or head-mounted cam, the environment around you doesn’t buffer or falter, giving you the impression that you are actually at that very place and time. Giving a definitive view of Antarctica’s hard to reach locations while possessing an array of special features that allows viewers to change their perspective in real time, it isn’t hard to see why this article’s virtual reality videos were so appealing to me this week.
“America Made Me a Feminist” by Paulina Porizkova
Women’s rights has always been a topic of interest, not only for me, but for a plethora of others around the world. However, throughout my life I have believed that there were only two ways women were treated. The first being how they are treated in America, with others claiming they have rights but also putting harsh stereotypes and expectations atop of them. The second being how I have heard they are treated in some other countries such as Pakistan, with others refusing to give them any rights at all. But the way Paulina Porizkova described the varying female treatment in different countries, I was more than intrigued. I was truly shocked to find out that in countries such as Sweden, females had the same power as males from a young age. Until now, I thought the confusion of figuring out a woman’s place was the same everywhere, but to discover that other countries had true equality between the sexes sparked thousands of questions. Why isn’t this type of equality available in America? What is done in these other countries to create this equality? What are we doing wrong? “America Made Me a Feminist” was the most interesting article this week to me, and could be argued as one of the most important articles as well. To see the different treatments of women around the world was truly eye opening, and should be seen by everyone possible. Thus, once seen, actions can be taken to achieve this equality everywhere.
Women’s rights has always been a topic of interest, not only for me, but for a plethora of others around the world. However, throughout my life I have believed that there were only two ways women were treated. The first being how they are treated in America, with others claiming they have rights but also putting harsh stereotypes and expectations atop of them. The second being how I have heard they are treated in some other countries such as Pakistan, with others refusing to give them any rights at all. But the way Paulina Porizkova described the varying female treatment in different countries, I was more than intrigued. I was truly shocked to find out that in countries such as Sweden, females had the same power as males from a young age. Until now, I thought the confusion of figuring out a woman’s place was the same everywhere, but to discover that other countries had true equality between the sexes sparked thousands of questions. Why isn’t this type of equality available in America? What is done in these other countries to create this equality? What are we doing wrong? “America Made Me a Feminist” was the most interesting article this week to me, and could be argued as one of the most important articles as well. To see the different treatments of women around the world was truly eye opening, and should be seen by everyone possible. Thus, once seen, actions can be taken to achieve this equality everywhere.
"Too Hot to Fly? Climate Change May Take a Toll on Air Travel"
By Zach Wichter
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our lives.
One thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer, and soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to function in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
By Zach Wichter
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our lives.
One thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer, and soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to function in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
"Too Hot to Fly? Climate Change May Take a Toll on Air Travel"
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our daily lives.
One of thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer. Soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to takeoff in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our daily lives.
One of thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer. Soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to takeoff in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
"Too Hot to Fly? Climate Change May Take a Toll on Air Travel"
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our daily lives.
One of thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer. Soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to take off in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
Climate change is an issue everyone is aware of, but few people are actually attempting to fix it. Since climate change is a gradual process of the average temperature increasing year after year, people don't realize the big impacts it has on our daily lives.
One of thing everyone takes for granted is planes. Planes are the fastest method of travel, and the mere thought of being unable to ride planes for international travels is inconceivable to me. However, due to the upward trend of the average temperature throughout the world, the air is becoming too thin to give enough lift for planes to remain in the air. Smaller aircrafts are already scratched off the list of functional planes in places such as Phoenix, AZ because of the high temperature in that area. This is especially problematic in the summertime. There will be less and less planes available for takeoff as the weather gets warmer. Soon enough there will be a very minimal number of planes that are able to take off in such high temperatures. There have already been many cancellations of flights due to high temperature. This not only hurts the airlines' businesses, but also the people who are trying to get from place to place.
Although many people are inconvenienced by the inability of many aircrafts flying in the increasing temperatures, I still don't think many people will do much to prevent climate change from becoming even more damaging.
“On the Streets of New York, Seeking Anything but Ordinary”
As someone who enjoys photography, I value the smallest inconsistencies or eye-catching differences that can present itself in a scene. A moment of uniqueness that lasts just a few seconds, but through a photograph, lasts forever. To many onlookers, this same spectacle I describe is impossible for them to comprehend; they look but can’t see. Despite this truth, it's the oddities that matter to a photographer as they are the meaning behind a picture. What originally peaked my interest in this article was not just the photography; it was Daniel Arnold's chosen subject for his work: people. When I take photos, the most interesting scenes to me contain people. Every person adds their own story to a photograph. A piece of each individual personality implants itself in the image. The presence of a person breathes a new sense of life and magic into otherwise unmoving scenery. Arnold chose NYC as his base and, over the course of a few weeks, spent his time looking for people that caught his eye for one reason or another. I live in NY and one of my favorite things about the city is the diversity of the people here. There is something memorable about them. In fact, I actually recall seeing one of the people Arnold photographed for his project. His viewpoint toward the people he photographed, I found, paralleled mine. We both see that quirks in a person are not flaws but gifts. We take all we see and turn it into art.
As someone who enjoys photography, I value the smallest inconsistencies or eye-catching differences that can present itself in a scene. A moment of uniqueness that lasts just a few seconds, but through a photograph, lasts forever. To many onlookers, this same spectacle I describe is impossible for them to comprehend; they look but can’t see. Despite this truth, it's the oddities that matter to a photographer as they are the meaning behind a picture. What originally peaked my interest in this article was not just the photography; it was Daniel Arnold's chosen subject for his work: people. When I take photos, the most interesting scenes to me contain people. Every person adds their own story to a photograph. A piece of each individual personality implants itself in the image. The presence of a person breathes a new sense of life and magic into otherwise unmoving scenery. Arnold chose NYC as his base and, over the course of a few weeks, spent his time looking for people that caught his eye for one reason or another. I live in NY and one of my favorite things about the city is the diversity of the people here. There is something memorable about them. In fact, I actually recall seeing one of the people Arnold photographed for his project. His viewpoint toward the people he photographed, I found, paralleled mine. We both see that quirks in a person are not flaws but gifts. We take all we see and turn it into art.
“On the Streets of New York, Seeking Anything but Ordinary”
As someone who enjoys photography, I value the smallest inconsistencies or eye-catching differences that can present itself in a scene. A moment of uniqueness that lasts just a few seconds, but through a photograph, lasts forever. To many onlookers, this same spectacle I describe is impossible for them to comprehend; they look but can’t see. Despite this truth, it's the oddities that matter to a photographer as they are the meaning behind a picture. What originally peaked my interest in this article was not just the photography; it was Daniel Arnold's chosen subject for his work: people. When I take photos, the most interesting scenes to me contain people. Every person adds their own story to a photograph. A piece of each individual personality implants itself in the image. The presence of a person breathes a new sense of life and magic into otherwise unmoving scenery. Arnold chose NYC as his base and, over the course of a few weeks, spent his time looking for people that caught his eye for one reason or another. I live in NY and one of my favorite things about the city is the diversity of the people here. There is something memorable about them. In fact, I actually recall seeing one of the people Arnold photographed for his project. His viewpoint toward the people he photographed, I found, paralleled mine. We both see that quirks in a person are not flaws but gifts. We take all we see and turn it into art.
As someone who enjoys photography, I value the smallest inconsistencies or eye-catching differences that can present itself in a scene. A moment of uniqueness that lasts just a few seconds, but through a photograph, lasts forever. To many onlookers, this same spectacle I describe is impossible for them to comprehend; they look but can’t see. Despite this truth, it's the oddities that matter to a photographer as they are the meaning behind a picture. What originally peaked my interest in this article was not just the photography; it was Daniel Arnold's chosen subject for his work: people. When I take photos, the most interesting scenes to me contain people. Every person adds their own story to a photograph. A piece of each individual personality implants itself in the image. The presence of a person breathes a new sense of life and magic into otherwise unmoving scenery. Arnold chose NYC as his base and, over the course of a few weeks, spent his time looking for people that caught his eye for one reason or another. I live in NY and one of my favorite things about the city is the diversity of the people here. There is something memorable about them. In fact, I actually recall seeing one of the people Arnold photographed for his project. His viewpoint toward the people he photographed, I found, paralleled mine. We both see that quirks in a person are not flaws but gifts. We take all we see and turn it into art.
"Diana Taurasi Breaks W.N.B.A. Scoring Record"
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS on June 18, 2017
When I first learned about this topic I was on Instagram. As I was scrolling through I noticed my feed was being blown up by pictures of the W.N.B.A star Diana Taurasi of the Phoenix Mercury. As I saw this I looked towards the New York Times website to learn more on the topic. I searched her name up and clicked on the first article that popped up. According to this article "Taurasi now has 7,494 career points passing Thompson's mark of 7,488". Once reading this I said to myself "Wow, that's impressive". As I kept reading the article talked about how it only took Taurasi 13 seasons to pass Tina Thompson who took 17 seasons to set this mark. Also, in addition to having the most points ever scored in the W.N.B.A she set another record by passing Katie Smith for most career three-pointers. Going back to how long Taaurasi has been in the league leads me to wonder how long she will keep playing, and also makes me wonder how many more records she will break or how many more benchmarks she will set for future W.N.B.A players.
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS on June 18, 2017
When I first learned about this topic I was on Instagram. As I was scrolling through I noticed my feed was being blown up by pictures of the W.N.B.A star Diana Taurasi of the Phoenix Mercury. As I saw this I looked towards the New York Times website to learn more on the topic. I searched her name up and clicked on the first article that popped up. According to this article "Taurasi now has 7,494 career points passing Thompson's mark of 7,488". Once reading this I said to myself "Wow, that's impressive". As I kept reading the article talked about how it only took Taurasi 13 seasons to pass Tina Thompson who took 17 seasons to set this mark. Also, in addition to having the most points ever scored in the W.N.B.A she set another record by passing Katie Smith for most career three-pointers. Going back to how long Taaurasi has been in the league leads me to wonder how long she will keep playing, and also makes me wonder how many more records she will break or how many more benchmarks she will set for future W.N.B.A players.
"The Teenagers Standing Up to Putin" By Amie Ferris-Rotman
It was about opposition to Putin. The police responded a little violently. Even though the protestors weren't being violent, they were being arrested.
It was about opposition to Putin. The police responded a little violently. Even though the protestors weren't being violent, they were being arrested.
The article, "The Triumph of Wonder Woman" written by Frank Bruni on June 4th, 2017 interested me because my family and I had recently gone to see the movie, and I enjoyed the movie a lot. Also, the movie addresses some major social problems that occurred during World War I, which the article points out.
As stated in the article, "That's the best debut ever for a movie directed by a woman." This movie is always showing how Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot) is completely unaware of the gender inequality between men and women but shows Wonder Woman as a strong and independent leader. The director of this movie is also female and has directed one of the top grossing movies ever.
As stated in the article, "That's the best debut ever for a movie directed by a woman." This movie is always showing how Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot) is completely unaware of the gender inequality between men and women but shows Wonder Woman as a strong and independent leader. The director of this movie is also female and has directed one of the top grossing movies ever.
"From Cuba, a Stolen Myth" By Holland Cotter
What interested me about this article wasn't so much the article itself but more so the pictures within the article. The pictures show the two stages of the print "La Cena" by Cuban artist Belkis Ayón. At first the final print, stripped of all color, seemed simple. It seemed to revolve around the white figure leaving everything else to be absorbed by the scene.However as I looked more closely, the picture became more mystifying. Each figure lacked expression, but at the same time was riddled with it. The saying "eyes are the window to the soul" came to mind when I saw some of the individual bodies. The peer of the person to the right of the white figure resembling greed. However, the individual emotion of the figures in the original print was much more obvious. Each person done in a strikingly different color or pattern, making it difficult to decide where to look first. This however did not change the way I saw their expressions . The drastic difference of color scheme left me to wonder why Ayón decided to completely drain the the final print of all color. As I read on I discovered that the dullness of the palette was so that the viewer would focus on the expression behind the print, and so to give it a "stylized choreographed" look instead of a "fully naturalistic one".I'm glad that both versions are available, as they demonstrate how what may seem to be a minor detail can make the difference between chaos and cohesion.
What interested me about this article wasn't so much the article itself but more so the pictures within the article. The pictures show the two stages of the print "La Cena" by Cuban artist Belkis Ayón. At first the final print, stripped of all color, seemed simple. It seemed to revolve around the white figure leaving everything else to be absorbed by the scene.However as I looked more closely, the picture became more mystifying. Each figure lacked expression, but at the same time was riddled with it. The saying "eyes are the window to the soul" came to mind when I saw some of the individual bodies. The peer of the person to the right of the white figure resembling greed. However, the individual emotion of the figures in the original print was much more obvious. Each person done in a strikingly different color or pattern, making it difficult to decide where to look first. This however did not change the way I saw their expressions . The drastic difference of color scheme left me to wonder why Ayón decided to completely drain the the final print of all color. As I read on I discovered that the dullness of the palette was so that the viewer would focus on the expression behind the print, and so to give it a "stylized choreographed" look instead of a "fully naturalistic one".I'm glad that both versions are available, as they demonstrate how what may seem to be a minor detail can make the difference between chaos and cohesion.
Most kids and teenagers these days have iPhones, especially where I live. It’s kind of like a given. However, most kids have no idea where or how the iPhone came to be. The article “The iPhone Is 10 Years Old. Here’s the Story of Its Birth.” explains a lot about the iPhone’s birth and how the iPhone was created. I found this article to be very interesting because I learned a lot about the process of the iPhone. I never realized that this project had to be a secret and that only a few knew about it. It also didn’t hit me how much work and how many trials had to be put into this. The creation of the iPhone was so much work and caused so many things. I believe that this story needs to be shared with my generation because a lot of kids have iPhones, but don’t realize that struggles that went into creating it. Apple had issues such as the sensor that turns the screen off near a person’s head wouldn’t work for dark hair. The creation of the iPhone took a long time, and this article should be shared to show teenagers the hard work that was put into these devices.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers" by: Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
This article interested me because she convinced her boyfriend to kill himself. Nowadays everyone thinks "oh go kill yourself" is a joke. They do not know what their situation at home is and how they feel. They could be thinking about killing themselves already and then you saying it just makes them want to even more.
I have seen personally what it's like to have someone I care about want to kill themselves. That is the time in their life where they need you the most, not convince them to kill themselves even more. I chose this article because it is a problem at high school, and teenagers everywhere today. People don't take it as seriously as they should, they make jokes. At the moment where he got out of his car, she should have told him to not get back in but instead she told him to. People need to take the situation more seriously.
This article interested me because she convinced her boyfriend to kill himself. Nowadays everyone thinks "oh go kill yourself" is a joke. They do not know what their situation at home is and how they feel. They could be thinking about killing themselves already and then you saying it just makes them want to even more.
I have seen personally what it's like to have someone I care about want to kill themselves. That is the time in their life where they need you the most, not convince them to kill themselves even more. I chose this article because it is a problem at high school, and teenagers everywhere today. People don't take it as seriously as they should, they make jokes. At the moment where he got out of his car, she should have told him to not get back in but instead she told him to. People need to take the situation more seriously.
This week I read "How Tinder Could Take Back the White House", by Yara Rodrigues Fowler and Charlotte Goodman. I found it interesting that when faced with a problem, in this case an important vote in the UK, people solved it with a modern way of thinking. The fact that even jaded but effective methods such as voting are now being influenced by the 21st century way of thinking is incredible. The article described a robot design to use the dating app Tinder to help gain the votes of young millennials in areas where the vote was too close to call. On the one hand, as a young person I am almost expectant for these new concepts, such as social media, begin to influence everything around me, including politics. However on the other hand, as a creature of habit, seeing these brand new methods be instituted is nerve-wracking. Who knows what it could do to a system that has gone on for so long undisturbed? It could be the whole new beginning of a much more modern, and possibly less corrupt way of government, and even life at that. Humans have always been skeptical of change, so its possible that these nerves could just be likened to those of a parent whose child is going to school for the first time, or a young person moving out of their childhood dwelling. Either way, I believe change is good. Even if not all 21st century concepts prove helpful in achieving fairer votes or just justice on a more general level, I strongly feel that its worth a try. Let the millennials have their turn!
"Torture Victim, Expecting a U.S. Handshake, Was Given Handcuffs Instead"
By Nicholas Kulish
America is supposed to be the land of liberty and freedom but this, unfortunately, is not always true. As a teenager, I have seen these disputes through a different perspective than most adults, and fear to say that one of the biggest problems in our society has always been prejudice. As millennials in this day and age we have all recently, seen and heard of many racist attacks and Mr. Coello’s case is no different. After reading about Marco Coello, this week, I have found myself unable to answer the following: Which is stronger, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services or Immigration and Customs Enforcement and why does this only apply in some cases? This case went in the opposite direction than I expected considering the participants in riots like the Women’s March which recently took place are usually handled by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. It may also have to do with the approach of the new president as he is much harsher with immigration laws. Although this is a fair point considering the recent terrorism it should not be acceptable for people searching for freedom and safety not be welcomed with open arms. The title of the article grabbed my attention because it infuriated me to see that instead of moving forward and creating opportunities we rejected someone in need of our help.
By Nicholas Kulish
America is supposed to be the land of liberty and freedom but this, unfortunately, is not always true. As a teenager, I have seen these disputes through a different perspective than most adults, and fear to say that one of the biggest problems in our society has always been prejudice. As millennials in this day and age we have all recently, seen and heard of many racist attacks and Mr. Coello’s case is no different. After reading about Marco Coello, this week, I have found myself unable to answer the following: Which is stronger, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services or Immigration and Customs Enforcement and why does this only apply in some cases? This case went in the opposite direction than I expected considering the participants in riots like the Women’s March which recently took place are usually handled by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. It may also have to do with the approach of the new president as he is much harsher with immigration laws. Although this is a fair point considering the recent terrorism it should not be acceptable for people searching for freedom and safety not be welcomed with open arms. The title of the article grabbed my attention because it infuriated me to see that instead of moving forward and creating opportunities we rejected someone in need of our help.
The OP-ED piece, "If Liberals Voted ...," really hit home for me. I live in Georgia's 6th district, and l saw first hand that the Democratic voter turnout was not enough for Jon Ossoff to win despite the excitement against Trump.
David Leonhardt suggests that the Democrats' message was to blame for the recent losses. I think this assessment is insufficient because many people in my district were angry about healthcare, the climate agreement, and Trump's other decisions. I think there are other factors at play.
What if the some of the largely immigrant community within the northern section of DeKalb County had been unable to vote because of our poor public transportation system? What if some voters did not know where their polling place was because they had been forced to move so many times? What if there had been an older, more experienced Democrat candidate in our House race, or what if there had been a younger, more relatable Democrat candidate in the presidential election? What if those are the problems driving low turnout? Is that what the Democrats really have to worry about?
David Leonhardt suggests that the Democrats' message was to blame for the recent losses. I think this assessment is insufficient because many people in my district were angry about healthcare, the climate agreement, and Trump's other decisions. I think there are other factors at play.
What if the some of the largely immigrant community within the northern section of DeKalb County had been unable to vote because of our poor public transportation system? What if some voters did not know where their polling place was because they had been forced to move so many times? What if there had been an older, more experienced Democrat candidate in our House race, or what if there had been a younger, more relatable Democrat candidate in the presidential election? What if those are the problems driving low turnout? Is that what the Democrats really have to worry about?
"In the Footsteps of Charles Darwin" by Allison Amend
This article really caught my attention because I was always fascinated with Darwin and his theories. And although its not as much about him and more about travel, it was really interesting. The author Amend wrote about the Galapagos Islands, home to multiple species of animals. It's "an archipelago of 20 islands, originally called the Enchanted Islands, and made famous by Charles Darwin, who visited the islands in 1835." Amend writes about her travels there and what it was like. The photos she took were featured in her article too, and they showed the natural beauty of the people and the island. The wildlife were so beautiful, the water so amazingly clear, the people and tourists posed so perfectly. On Amend's ten day trip, she said she tried to go to every place she could, but there just wasn't enough time in the world. In the end, she noted some good places to eat, places to stay each with their own perks, and ways to travels around the island. I've got to say, with everything she wrote, it would be a pretty amazing place to travel too, to see the sights and hear the sounds.
This article really caught my attention because I was always fascinated with Darwin and his theories. And although its not as much about him and more about travel, it was really interesting. The author Amend wrote about the Galapagos Islands, home to multiple species of animals. It's "an archipelago of 20 islands, originally called the Enchanted Islands, and made famous by Charles Darwin, who visited the islands in 1835." Amend writes about her travels there and what it was like. The photos she took were featured in her article too, and they showed the natural beauty of the people and the island. The wildlife were so beautiful, the water so amazingly clear, the people and tourists posed so perfectly. On Amend's ten day trip, she said she tried to go to every place she could, but there just wasn't enough time in the world. In the end, she noted some good places to eat, places to stay each with their own perks, and ways to travels around the island. I've got to say, with everything she wrote, it would be a pretty amazing place to travel too, to see the sights and hear the sounds.
"Drones to the Rescue"
Not knowing what tomorrow brings is a fear that is common amongst most people in the world, myself included. Along with the fear of the future comes the fear of dying. According to the article “Drones to the Rescue” by The Associated Press, advances in technology could relieve the fear of dying, or at least save a life from a heart attack. The research conducted of an experiment testing the average time an airborne drone carrying a defibrillator took to reach cardiac arrest victim versus the average ambulance. Researchers from Sweden found that the drones sent to cardiac arrest victims arrived “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances.” This advancement in the medicine field, could save countless lives. In a world where technology is so prominent, this advancement shows only the start of a technology-dependent society. It relieves my fears of the unpredictable.The question that bothered me while reading the article was: Why are drones not used more often if their advancement is so useful to society? Although the question is not answered in the article, it angers me how advances such as these are not used in our own society. Why do the people of the community hesitate when it comes to benefiting us all? Why do we not take advantage of such great opportunities given to us with the resources we need to excel? I hope that this article about this special advancement in the medical field shows the world the potential our society has to be greater.
Not knowing what tomorrow brings is a fear that is common amongst most people in the world, myself included. Along with the fear of the future comes the fear of dying. According to the article “Drones to the Rescue” by The Associated Press, advances in technology could relieve the fear of dying, or at least save a life from a heart attack. The research conducted of an experiment testing the average time an airborne drone carrying a defibrillator took to reach cardiac arrest victim versus the average ambulance. Researchers from Sweden found that the drones sent to cardiac arrest victims arrived “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances.” This advancement in the medicine field, could save countless lives. In a world where technology is so prominent, this advancement shows only the start of a technology-dependent society. It relieves my fears of the unpredictable.The question that bothered me while reading the article was: Why are drones not used more often if their advancement is so useful to society? Although the question is not answered in the article, it angers me how advances such as these are not used in our own society. Why do the people of the community hesitate when it comes to benefiting us all? Why do we not take advantage of such great opportunities given to us with the resources we need to excel? I hope that this article about this special advancement in the medical field shows the world the potential our society has to be greater.
The article “Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls” interested me because ever since I was little, I’ve always heard to notion that girls are more emotional than boys from people or on television, but this article showed a different perspective. Although female stereotypes are viewed negatively in society and are currently being discouraged, this article shows a new point of view and an explanation as to why males might suppress their feelings more than females. Boys are found to be more emotionally sensitive than girls, contrary to the common feminine stereotype that girls are more emotional. As mentioned in the article, studies found that parents are more likely to use emotional words or topics when speaking with their daughters than with their sons. Furthermore, boys tend to avoid emotional language, such as literature, because it is seen as not “manly” enough. The stereotype that boys aren’t supposed to be very emotional causes them to suppress their emotions, which in turn leads them to lower emotional health and resilience. Reading this article left me saddened because it shows how unhealthy society’s stereotypes can be. Since these views and stereotypes started so early in their lives, it makes it hard for them to fall out of the habit of hiding their feelings in accordance with society’s view towards men. I think that parents should be made aware of these feelings and be encouraged to also use emotional words with their sons and not just their daughters.
My mother always said "The fattier the meat, the better the flavor." When I was younger, I could not even consider that fat was the component that makes a slab of meat taste so delicious. However, after growing out of my picky phase, I am convinced that the thing I once detested is in fact what makes meat so juicy and tender. The article "Fattier Pork Is Better Pork" happened to catch my eye this week. The publishing highlights the benefits of choosing a fattier piece of meat the next time you take a trip to the grocery store. For example, it explains how fat acts as an insulator, holding the natural juices in for longer and preventing a dry, chewy texture. Fat also holds a lot of the flavor, whether it be in a cut of steak or a pork chop. The article was also interesting because it provided a recipe for how to prepare and cook pork chops. I take an interest to cooking, so for an aspiring chef looking to improve her culinary skills, I enjoyed reading this article. It not only described a unique recipe that I might just try, but it also confirmed me and my mom's opinion that "The fattier the meat, the better the flavor".
read:https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/16/dining/pork-chops-with-tamarind-and-g...
read:https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/16/dining/pork-chops-with-tamarind-and-g...
"Insurers Battle Families Over Costly Drug for Fatal Disease" By Katie Thomas
As someone with relatives that have incurable diseases, I have seen how expensive medications can be and how people would do anything to find a cure for their loved ones. This search for a cure often leads experimental trials and procedures that offer a beacon of hope for those affected by the disease. However, these treatments often come with a price. Trial drugs can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per year, which many people cannot afford. When people cannot pay the cost of health treatment they usually turn to insurance and health care plans that will cover the costs, but since the drugs are experimental, insurance companies must review the drug and determine whether they want to cover it. Huge insurance companies are holding people's lives in hand. They get to take their time in order to review a case, but for the ill person, every second counts. These companies get to decide whether people live or die. Without covering the costs, most families are not able to afford the trials and have to face the reality of their situation. I feel that the insurance companies should not be able to determine who lives and who dies in this world. This article has brought to light how unethical this system is and that there needs to be a change in the way insurance companies decide who lives and dies.
As someone with relatives that have incurable diseases, I have seen how expensive medications can be and how people would do anything to find a cure for their loved ones. This search for a cure often leads experimental trials and procedures that offer a beacon of hope for those affected by the disease. However, these treatments often come with a price. Trial drugs can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per year, which many people cannot afford. When people cannot pay the cost of health treatment they usually turn to insurance and health care plans that will cover the costs, but since the drugs are experimental, insurance companies must review the drug and determine whether they want to cover it. Huge insurance companies are holding people's lives in hand. They get to take their time in order to review a case, but for the ill person, every second counts. These companies get to decide whether people live or die. Without covering the costs, most families are not able to afford the trials and have to face the reality of their situation. I feel that the insurance companies should not be able to determine who lives and who dies in this world. This article has brought to light how unethical this system is and that there needs to be a change in the way insurance companies decide who lives and dies.
While the beautiful fountains of Rome are very breathtaking, and easily one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy. However, according to the article “No Swimming! Rome Braces for a Summer of Tourists at Its Fountains” by Jason Horowitzs, the increasing number of tourists have caused the famous fountains to suffer damage from careless and ignorant people. A roman police officer, whose job is to watch over the activity around the fountains, reports that summer months are the worse time of year for destruction. The duty of being an active police guard to the fountains of Rome and enforcing these laws takes patience, and the ability to keep a composure when presented with an abnormal tourist action. It is not uncommon to catch visitors wading or bathing in said fountains. Officer Messina says, on April 12, a man was caught skinny dipping in the Trevi Fountain after a released video went viral on the internet. This obscene act has cost said man a fine of 500 euros. In addition to these acts of nudity at the fountains, which some mistake as bath tubs , rules of crumb dropping must also be taken into account. Yes, the devilish acts dropping crumbs or dripping ice cream in or near the fountain at specific locations is also a violation. Furthermore, disrespectful tourists who climb and mount themselves onto these ancient and beautiful stone carvings are also a problem which police officers are forced to deal with a respectable attitude more often than not.
"Rising Waters Threaten China's Rising Cities" by Michael Kimmelman
We cheer for the skyscrapers and technicolor lights blinking at night over the ferry boats. We applaud that Guangzhou was still a vast farming wetland as late as the 1970s, but has now been built into one of the booming, bustling cities of China's. We glorify development because it promises progress, and for some reason we cannot stand still. Last summer I visited Guangzhou, China and counted myself among the many admirers of China's ability to "get stuff done" particularly when it comes to city development. I had read about their pollution problem, but it seemed so distant and irrelevant as I stood in the streets taking in the city bustle that seemed so undisturbed by their environmental predicament. The city kept moving. Some people wore masks and did not visit the parks as often, but that could not stop them from eating, sleeping, working, or living. While the Chinese may be able ignore and adapt to the poor air quality, they cannot afford to ignore the sweeping rain carrying away their neighbors' houses and destroying their own. Kimmelman brought to light the immediate consequences of China's rapid industrialization, that I, along with many enchanted tourists I imagine, had never thought about. I found it so interesting that we praise their speedy modernization, pity their environmental abuse, yet encourage China's economic prosperity which relies on both and refuses to slow down and consider the cost.
We cheer for the skyscrapers and technicolor lights blinking at night over the ferry boats. We applaud that Guangzhou was still a vast farming wetland as late as the 1970s, but has now been built into one of the booming, bustling cities of China's. We glorify development because it promises progress, and for some reason we cannot stand still. Last summer I visited Guangzhou, China and counted myself among the many admirers of China's ability to "get stuff done" particularly when it comes to city development. I had read about their pollution problem, but it seemed so distant and irrelevant as I stood in the streets taking in the city bustle that seemed so undisturbed by their environmental predicament. The city kept moving. Some people wore masks and did not visit the parks as often, but that could not stop them from eating, sleeping, working, or living. While the Chinese may be able ignore and adapt to the poor air quality, they cannot afford to ignore the sweeping rain carrying away their neighbors' houses and destroying their own. Kimmelman brought to light the immediate consequences of China's rapid industrialization, that I, along with many enchanted tourists I imagine, had never thought about. I found it so interesting that we praise their speedy modernization, pity their environmental abuse, yet encourage China's economic prosperity which relies on both and refuses to slow down and consider the cost.
"Insurers Battle Families Over Costly Drug for Fatal Disease" By Katie Thomas
As someone with relatives that have incurable diseases, I have seen how expensive medications can be and how people would do anything to find a cure for their loved ones. This search for a cure often leads experimental trials and procedures that offer a beacon of hope for those affected by the disease. However, these treatments often come with a price. Trial drugs can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per year, which many people cannot afford. When people cannot pay the cost of health treatment they usually turn to insurance and health care plans that will cover the costs, but since the drugs are experimental, insurance companies must review the drug and determine whether they want to cover it. Huge insurance companies are holding people's lives in hand. They get to take their time in order to review a case, but for the ill person, every second counts. These companies get to decide whether people live or die. Without covering the costs, most families are not able to afford the trials and have to face the reality of their situation. I feel that the insurance companies should not be able to determine who lives and who dies in this world. This article has brought to light how unethical this system is and that there needs to be a change in the way insurance companies decide who lives and dies.
As someone with relatives that have incurable diseases, I have seen how expensive medications can be and how people would do anything to find a cure for their loved ones. This search for a cure often leads experimental trials and procedures that offer a beacon of hope for those affected by the disease. However, these treatments often come with a price. Trial drugs can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per year, which many people cannot afford. When people cannot pay the cost of health treatment they usually turn to insurance and health care plans that will cover the costs, but since the drugs are experimental, insurance companies must review the drug and determine whether they want to cover it. Huge insurance companies are holding people's lives in hand. They get to take their time in order to review a case, but for the ill person, every second counts. These companies get to decide whether people live or die. Without covering the costs, most families are not able to afford the trials and have to face the reality of their situation. I feel that the insurance companies should not be able to determine who lives and who dies in this world. This article has brought to light how unethical this system is and that there needs to be a change in the way insurance companies decide who lives and dies.
Growing up listening to grotesque stories of family members, including my parents, attempting to escape Communist reign during and after the Vietnam War drew me to the article, "Why Migrants Keep Risking All on the 'Deadliest Route'" by Dionne Searcey and Jaime Yaya Barry.
There were many parallels when I was reading the article: the harsh conditions in which families were forced to live in at the homeland, the even more bitter trip by sea, infested with robberies and starvation that resulted in death, and the brutal disappointment of being so close, yet so far from freedom.
My parents and the family in the article didn't choose to pack up their bags and leave everything they've ever known for selfish reasons. Everyone who attempted to leave knew that escaping on a small fish boat in a vast, violent sea would only harbor little success. Yet, they went because they knew the horrible conditions of the sea was little compared to problems faced where they resided. They wanted better future for their family. However, some countries refuse to empathize with the migrants, arguing that these poor migrants will cause a decline in their economies or that immigrants steal jobs from real citizens, even going as far as abusing the unknowing migrants by stealing everything that they have. Whether or not reasons given by those unwilling countries are true, should humanity not come first?
Migrants risk their lives because they have to, for a better future, not to ruin yours.
There were many parallels when I was reading the article: the harsh conditions in which families were forced to live in at the homeland, the even more bitter trip by sea, infested with robberies and starvation that resulted in death, and the brutal disappointment of being so close, yet so far from freedom.
My parents and the family in the article didn't choose to pack up their bags and leave everything they've ever known for selfish reasons. Everyone who attempted to leave knew that escaping on a small fish boat in a vast, violent sea would only harbor little success. Yet, they went because they knew the horrible conditions of the sea was little compared to problems faced where they resided. They wanted better future for their family. However, some countries refuse to empathize with the migrants, arguing that these poor migrants will cause a decline in their economies or that immigrants steal jobs from real citizens, even going as far as abusing the unknowing migrants by stealing everything that they have. Whether or not reasons given by those unwilling countries are true, should humanity not come first?
Migrants risk their lives because they have to, for a better future, not to ruin yours.
“The Health Care of Millions Depends on a Few Senators” by The Editorial Board on June 21
People devastated by illnesses see health care as a beacon of hope. Yet, it seems that a handful of senators have the ultimate power to decide whether or not these people should indeed be allowed the benefits of health care. The juxtaposition of “millions” and “few” brings to light the sheer irony of the situation in which those who benefit most from health care have such little voice in the ongoing debate. That is what made this article so particularly striking to me. The motives of the senators are not to secure affordable health care for people whose lives depend on it, but rather so hastily demonstrate their authority. To make matters worse, the Senate majority leader, McConnell, has failed to permit public hearings on the issue; this is inherently a disgrace to the millions who depend on an honorable government to grant every individual the freedom to a healthy life. This article serves as an example of a “spotlight” on the callousness of the many officials, including McConnell, who would like to do away with health care. We can only hope that the “spotlight” on McConnell’s absolute disregard for the public good is enough. Articles such as this one are crucial in spreading awareness, and awareness is the fundamental key to change; the more we expose utter immorality, the harder it will be for senators to prioritize trivial and selfish desires.
People devastated by illnesses see health care as a beacon of hope. Yet, it seems that a handful of senators have the ultimate power to decide whether or not these people should indeed be allowed the benefits of health care. The juxtaposition of “millions” and “few” brings to light the sheer irony of the situation in which those who benefit most from health care have such little voice in the ongoing debate. That is what made this article so particularly striking to me. The motives of the senators are not to secure affordable health care for people whose lives depend on it, but rather so hastily demonstrate their authority. To make matters worse, the Senate majority leader, McConnell, has failed to permit public hearings on the issue; this is inherently a disgrace to the millions who depend on an honorable government to grant every individual the freedom to a healthy life. This article serves as an example of a “spotlight” on the callousness of the many officials, including McConnell, who would like to do away with health care. We can only hope that the “spotlight” on McConnell’s absolute disregard for the public good is enough. Articles such as this one are crucial in spreading awareness, and awareness is the fundamental key to change; the more we expose utter immorality, the harder it will be for senators to prioritize trivial and selfish desires.
"Why Migrants Keep Risking All on the ‘Deadliest Route’"
By Dionne Searcey and Jaime Yaya Barryjune
This article describes the harsh lives of migrants that cause them to risk the dangerous path through Libya to Europe, as well as the terrible conditions endured by those who do attempt the journey. It caught my interest because it goes into a perspective on the migrant crisis which I do not believe is considered enough. A lot of time is dedicated to discussing how to deal with the influx of migrants, but this article discusses the cause of the crisis, and not just the effects and how to hand them.
The personal tragedy of the Anne family of Senegal is outlined, but more importantly, the article describes the cultural reasons why so many impoverished North Africans leave their homes for more prosperous lands. Many Senegalese males feel that they must provide for their families, and if they cannot do that from Africa, then they must go to Europe. They believe it is the only way for them to be successful, and provide for those dependent on them. These factors are important to consider, and that difference from the more common political view on the subject, is what attracted me to the article.
By Dionne Searcey and Jaime Yaya Barryjune
This article describes the harsh lives of migrants that cause them to risk the dangerous path through Libya to Europe, as well as the terrible conditions endured by those who do attempt the journey. It caught my interest because it goes into a perspective on the migrant crisis which I do not believe is considered enough. A lot of time is dedicated to discussing how to deal with the influx of migrants, but this article discusses the cause of the crisis, and not just the effects and how to hand them.
The personal tragedy of the Anne family of Senegal is outlined, but more importantly, the article describes the cultural reasons why so many impoverished North Africans leave their homes for more prosperous lands. Many Senegalese males feel that they must provide for their families, and if they cannot do that from Africa, then they must go to Europe. They believe it is the only way for them to be successful, and provide for those dependent on them. These factors are important to consider, and that difference from the more common political view on the subject, is what attracted me to the article.
"The Symptoms of Dying" by Sara Manning Peskin, M.D
This article captured my attention for many reasons. The first thing that popped into my mind was "Are there really even symptoms for that?" And I thought about it for a while. They do say "Dying has its own biology and symptoms. It’s a diagnosis in itself." and it makes a lot of sense. I guess I had to realize that every death is unique. Some are fortunate and die of old age and natural causes. Some are less fortunate and die from car crashes or some unfortunate disaster. But I guess for some deaths, there are "side" symptoms. For example, the woman who smoked for 7 decades, her symptom was air hunger, which is where you struggle to breathe. That is a symptom I can understand. While death is its own symptom, it also has much more.
This article captured my attention for many reasons. The first thing that popped into my mind was "Are there really even symptoms for that?" And I thought about it for a while. They do say "Dying has its own biology and symptoms. It’s a diagnosis in itself." and it makes a lot of sense. I guess I had to realize that every death is unique. Some are fortunate and die of old age and natural causes. Some are less fortunate and die from car crashes or some unfortunate disaster. But I guess for some deaths, there are "side" symptoms. For example, the woman who smoked for 7 decades, her symptom was air hunger, which is where you struggle to breathe. That is a symptom I can understand. While death is its own symptom, it also has much more.
"A Suicide Therapist's Secret Past" https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/11/well/mind/a-suicide-therapists-secret...®ion=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=2&pgtype=sectionfront
We live in a world where our first reaction to people is to assume. We assume something about their hobbies, personality, experience, and education. Assumptions are natural, but not always correct. Sometimes these assumptions can lead to stories that completely disprove them. On the internet though, assumptions can’t always be disproven. This can lead to negative comments against particular people, with no real knowledge of their experiences or current lifestyle.
It’s easier to help others when you’ve been through the same thing. That’s because you understand it. You know what it’s like to experience a certain circumstance. Going through a hardship might even spark the desire to help anyone else with that problem. We like to feel important in others lives, and helping others through something we have experience with makes us feel important.
What people may not realize is that some people became psychiatrists, or suicidologists like Stacey Freedenthal, because they want to help others through their own past experience. They don’t want people to have to experience the hardships they did. Personally, this is why psychiatry is what I want to practice. I want to help others with their mental health. I want to help people.
We live in a world where our first reaction to people is to assume. We assume something about their hobbies, personality, experience, and education. Assumptions are natural, but not always correct. Sometimes these assumptions can lead to stories that completely disprove them. On the internet though, assumptions can’t always be disproven. This can lead to negative comments against particular people, with no real knowledge of their experiences or current lifestyle.
It’s easier to help others when you’ve been through the same thing. That’s because you understand it. You know what it’s like to experience a certain circumstance. Going through a hardship might even spark the desire to help anyone else with that problem. We like to feel important in others lives, and helping others through something we have experience with makes us feel important.
What people may not realize is that some people became psychiatrists, or suicidologists like Stacey Freedenthal, because they want to help others through their own past experience. They don’t want people to have to experience the hardships they did. Personally, this is why psychiatry is what I want to practice. I want to help others with their mental health. I want to help people.
The photograph by Ayesha Malik that appeared in "Anytown, U.S.A -in Saudi Arabia" captures the disparities in social structure between men and women in Saudi Arabia. Saudi women must "mask their beauty" in public with restrictive clothing, as required by Caliphate law. The photo shows two women covering their faces with niqabs and their bodies using floor-length, black abayas. However, a man in the background wears shorts, open-toed flip-flops, a short sleeve button up shirt, and he is not hiding his face. If the Saudi Women were to dress like men and expose their faces, arms, and legs, they would be disobeying the religious police of Saudi Arabia which could lead to harassment and shaming. This photo makes me appreciate being female in a free country that values individual freedoms like the United States.
https://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/anytown-usa-in-saudi-arabia-ay...
https://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/anytown-usa-in-saudi-arabia-ay...
“What You Need to Know About The New Uber” by Brian X. Chen
The article, “What You Need to Know About the New Uber” by Brian X.Chen interested me because as a consumer I would want to know how an app I use almost everyday is changing. This app has changed the personal ride-summoning business sector forever, and has changed how people make money. This article explains how Uber is trying to help the people that drive for them by giving them tips which would go directly into their pocket. This offers benefits to both the driver, and the rider. It also allows drivers to charge riders for making them wait, which would be very beneficial and allow them to get the maximum number of rides per day. Another interesting point added, is how adolescents must pay a 2 dollar fee. As this applies to me, and many of my friends, I was thankful for the opportunity to learn about this. It also allows them to compete with their competitors, such as Lyft who has offered many of these features previously. It is interesting, to me, to see how time changes and companies find different ways to compete. However, this can also seen as a cover up to all the embarrassing incidents such as sexual harassment and a rape-related lawsuit. This is important to me, as a woman and a young adult, as it allows me to be informed about situations that could cause me harm.These changes seem to be a way to regain the loyalty of their customers, who could be deterred by these episodes.
The article, “What You Need to Know About the New Uber” by Brian X.Chen interested me because as a consumer I would want to know how an app I use almost everyday is changing. This app has changed the personal ride-summoning business sector forever, and has changed how people make money. This article explains how Uber is trying to help the people that drive for them by giving them tips which would go directly into their pocket. This offers benefits to both the driver, and the rider. It also allows drivers to charge riders for making them wait, which would be very beneficial and allow them to get the maximum number of rides per day. Another interesting point added, is how adolescents must pay a 2 dollar fee. As this applies to me, and many of my friends, I was thankful for the opportunity to learn about this. It also allows them to compete with their competitors, such as Lyft who has offered many of these features previously. It is interesting, to me, to see how time changes and companies find different ways to compete. However, this can also seen as a cover up to all the embarrassing incidents such as sexual harassment and a rape-related lawsuit. This is important to me, as a woman and a young adult, as it allows me to be informed about situations that could cause me harm.These changes seem to be a way to regain the loyalty of their customers, who could be deterred by these episodes.
"Middlebury, My Divided Campus," written by Allison Stanger
In recent weeks, Megyn Kelly has been criticized for providing a platform to Alex Jones, someone New York magazine described as “America’s leading conspiracy theorist.”
Reading about the freedom of speech protests roiling Middlebury College, I couldn’t help but find parallels between the college campus debates and criticism of Ms. Kelly. Both issues revolve around the question: Are there merits to displaying deeply unpopular opinions? Many people draw the line with Mr. Jones, who has subjected victims of the Sandy Hook shootings to torrents of abuse from his loyal fanbase, and Charles Murray’s controversial race-based theories on intelligence. Although I am by no means a conservative activist, I think there is much to gain from hearing these perspectives.
After all, differing viewpoints bring valuable discussions. College students lose much more than just their dignity by covering their ears and humming until their political opponents walk away. As student activist Zachary Wood explains, refusing to participate in these conversations “[denies] ourselves an opportunity to strengthen our own arguments.” As long as debates are respectful, let them be uncomfortable, heated, or even aggressive! Until students understand the merits of acknowledging and engaging with ‘offensive’ beliefs, their harmful ideological bubbles will never be pierced.
In recent weeks, Megyn Kelly has been criticized for providing a platform to Alex Jones, someone New York magazine described as “America’s leading conspiracy theorist.”
Reading about the freedom of speech protests roiling Middlebury College, I couldn’t help but find parallels between the college campus debates and criticism of Ms. Kelly. Both issues revolve around the question: Are there merits to displaying deeply unpopular opinions? Many people draw the line with Mr. Jones, who has subjected victims of the Sandy Hook shootings to torrents of abuse from his loyal fanbase, and Charles Murray’s controversial race-based theories on intelligence. Although I am by no means a conservative activist, I think there is much to gain from hearing these perspectives.
After all, differing viewpoints bring valuable discussions. College students lose much more than just their dignity by covering their ears and humming until their political opponents walk away. As student activist Zachary Wood explains, refusing to participate in these conversations “[denies] ourselves an opportunity to strengthen our own arguments.” As long as debates are respectful, let them be uncomfortable, heated, or even aggressive! Until students understand the merits of acknowledging and engaging with ‘offensive’ beliefs, their harmful ideological bubbles will never be pierced.
“When Helicopter Parents Hover Even at Work “
By Noam Scheiber on June 21, 2017
My interest in this article may have to do with the fact that I’m currently watching the 2017 NBA draft, or even with my own love for the game of basketball. Regardless, this article certainly grabbed my attention. LaVar Ball is and certainty should be proud of his extremely talented son. However, the problem is that LaVar Ball believes that acting more like a manager instead of a father will help his son’s basketball career. Ball has stated that his son’s game is better than Michael Jordan, he has argued with various sports commentators, and he is trying to turn his son’s name into a brand. Because of this, instead of the attention being on Lonzo and his basketball skills, it is now on his father, People are waiting for LaVar to make another scene. Lavar is not only damaging his son’s fan base, but he is already causing his son to lose respect in the NBA.
I have seen first hand what a helicopter parent can cause a young athlete to do. Since I have been dragged to various AAU basketball tournaments throughout my life, I have learned that an overly intense parent is harmful. I’ve seen parents screaming at their children for “not hustling enough” or “not taking enough shots”. Some will say that this tough love pushes an athlete to be better, but for many it ruins their confidence, and takes the joy away from the game. I can only imagine what LaVar Ball’s tactics do to his son.
By Noam Scheiber on June 21, 2017
My interest in this article may have to do with the fact that I’m currently watching the 2017 NBA draft, or even with my own love for the game of basketball. Regardless, this article certainly grabbed my attention. LaVar Ball is and certainty should be proud of his extremely talented son. However, the problem is that LaVar Ball believes that acting more like a manager instead of a father will help his son’s basketball career. Ball has stated that his son’s game is better than Michael Jordan, he has argued with various sports commentators, and he is trying to turn his son’s name into a brand. Because of this, instead of the attention being on Lonzo and his basketball skills, it is now on his father, People are waiting for LaVar to make another scene. Lavar is not only damaging his son’s fan base, but he is already causing his son to lose respect in the NBA.
I have seen first hand what a helicopter parent can cause a young athlete to do. Since I have been dragged to various AAU basketball tournaments throughout my life, I have learned that an overly intense parent is harmful. I’ve seen parents screaming at their children for “not hustling enough” or “not taking enough shots”. Some will say that this tough love pushes an athlete to be better, but for many it ruins their confidence, and takes the joy away from the game. I can only imagine what LaVar Ball’s tactics do to his son.
"Creating a Stylish World for Children With Autism" by: Judith Newman
This article, discussing two moms who have children who deal with autism and sensory issues, really caught my eye. The article talks about how Mrs. Tozzi, who has a son with sensory issues, found online shopping for clothes for her son difficult. This article interested me because a few of my friends have siblings who deal with autism and the same types of issues, and I see how hard it can be for the parents. Parents of children who face these conditions already have so many difficult things to deal with, as mentioned by Mrs. Mann. Buying things like clothing and toys for children with autism and similar conditions should be more simple and not such a hard task. Mrs. Tozzi explains how the sites that sell sensory clothing and toys are very cheesy, gloomy, and not clear. I think it is so important finding everyday items like clothing and toys children with autism should be easy and accessible for the parents. Children with such conditions are part of the same world as us, and items that would help with their sensory issues and fidgeting should not be so hard to find or be a sad task to look for. I think it's great how these two women created a website which explains therapeutic uses for things like swing sets, dollhouses, toys, and even furniture. Seeing how much my some of my friends' parents have to deal with, it is nice to see platforms being created that makes these easy tasks more enjoyable and easy.
This article, discussing two moms who have children who deal with autism and sensory issues, really caught my eye. The article talks about how Mrs. Tozzi, who has a son with sensory issues, found online shopping for clothes for her son difficult. This article interested me because a few of my friends have siblings who deal with autism and the same types of issues, and I see how hard it can be for the parents. Parents of children who face these conditions already have so many difficult things to deal with, as mentioned by Mrs. Mann. Buying things like clothing and toys for children with autism and similar conditions should be more simple and not such a hard task. Mrs. Tozzi explains how the sites that sell sensory clothing and toys are very cheesy, gloomy, and not clear. I think it is so important finding everyday items like clothing and toys children with autism should be easy and accessible for the parents. Children with such conditions are part of the same world as us, and items that would help with their sensory issues and fidgeting should not be so hard to find or be a sad task to look for. I think it's great how these two women created a website which explains therapeutic uses for things like swing sets, dollhouses, toys, and even furniture. Seeing how much my some of my friends' parents have to deal with, it is nice to see platforms being created that makes these easy tasks more enjoyable and easy.
Trained to Kill: How Four Boy Soldiers Survived Boko Haram
I remember briefly learning about and hearing about Boko Haram, but I never was able to fully understand it. These two small words turned from a harmless opinion on the evolvement of Western culture into a violent conflict that killed and changed many. The article highlights the hardships four boys faced as a part of Boko Haram. These boys were taken from their homes and stripped of their innocence and childhood, forced to replace the routines of their everyday lives with that of violence and killing. They became immune to killing, and their way of thinking was further altered with every murder they committed or witnessed. Seemingly overnight the boys went from lives of happiness, to lives of violence as they were taught to mask their feelings, driven by the ideal “kill or be killed”. This article was difficult to fathom yet changed my view on my own life. Today, being able to go to school and having access to the newest technologies, it's hard to think that things like this are occurring at the same time. It's so easy to say and think that we know about what is going on in the world by just reading about events briefly, or by listening to a teacher talk about a conflict going on in a country we may not even know existed. This article greatly helped inform me about a serious conflict, and taught me the importance of being grateful for what I have and taking the time to learn more about the world around me.
I remember briefly learning about and hearing about Boko Haram, but I never was able to fully understand it. These two small words turned from a harmless opinion on the evolvement of Western culture into a violent conflict that killed and changed many. The article highlights the hardships four boys faced as a part of Boko Haram. These boys were taken from their homes and stripped of their innocence and childhood, forced to replace the routines of their everyday lives with that of violence and killing. They became immune to killing, and their way of thinking was further altered with every murder they committed or witnessed. Seemingly overnight the boys went from lives of happiness, to lives of violence as they were taught to mask their feelings, driven by the ideal “kill or be killed”. This article was difficult to fathom yet changed my view on my own life. Today, being able to go to school and having access to the newest technologies, it's hard to think that things like this are occurring at the same time. It's so easy to say and think that we know about what is going on in the world by just reading about events briefly, or by listening to a teacher talk about a conflict going on in a country we may not even know existed. This article greatly helped inform me about a serious conflict, and taught me the importance of being grateful for what I have and taking the time to learn more about the world around me.
Preparing 'Emerging Adults' for College and Beyond"
The end of high school sneaks up on teenagers. We arrive with blooming acne, clothes quickly growing too short, and tempers rivaling barbarians; though by the end of four rapid years, the outside world demands confidence and maturity from us emerging adults. Dr. Ginsberg, clinical physiologist, created a list of emotional, academic, and functional challenges recommended that emerging adults conquer before tackling the real world.
A fumbling teenager myself, I attest to the practicality of Dr. Ginsberg's list. If I were to propose questions whenever confused or always express my opinion, my confidence would skyrocket. Likewise, my peers benefit from simple acts of responsibility like making a bed each morning or planning their own dentist and doctor appointments. Does it make sense that an emerging adult who cannot handle their own deadlines and appointments would be able to achieve strait A's? Dr. Ginsberg thinks not.
Before accumulating academic success, one must make progress towards life success. Daily acts of responsibility allow teenagers to take control of their own lives and gain confidence. Trusting yourself to get enough sleep each night builds time management skills for studying. Relying on yourself to speak your opinion creates a independent, unique student. Dr. Ginsberg and I agree: simple everyday tasks can shape us into much more successful emerging adults.
The end of high school sneaks up on teenagers. We arrive with blooming acne, clothes quickly growing too short, and tempers rivaling barbarians; though by the end of four rapid years, the outside world demands confidence and maturity from us emerging adults. Dr. Ginsberg, clinical physiologist, created a list of emotional, academic, and functional challenges recommended that emerging adults conquer before tackling the real world.
A fumbling teenager myself, I attest to the practicality of Dr. Ginsberg's list. If I were to propose questions whenever confused or always express my opinion, my confidence would skyrocket. Likewise, my peers benefit from simple acts of responsibility like making a bed each morning or planning their own dentist and doctor appointments. Does it make sense that an emerging adult who cannot handle their own deadlines and appointments would be able to achieve strait A's? Dr. Ginsberg thinks not.
Before accumulating academic success, one must make progress towards life success. Daily acts of responsibility allow teenagers to take control of their own lives and gain confidence. Trusting yourself to get enough sleep each night builds time management skills for studying. Relying on yourself to speak your opinion creates a independent, unique student. Dr. Ginsberg and I agree: simple everyday tasks can shape us into much more successful emerging adults.
"The 25 best films of the 21st century so far"
I was skeptical at first about choosing this article, due to the fact that films are the main thing that fascinate me. As I read this article I noticed that the list of films were highly respectable. Though I did not recognize a couple of the films there, I observed a theme among the reviews of all the films. I also admired that the people who reviewed the films had the same thought process as me, which ends up reaching the main theme. The films were not picked due to their content, they were in fact picked by the way the director and actors presented the content. That theme to me is genius. At first you can only get films from the article, 25 films to be specific, The further I read the more I understood that this article was not about the films, but in fact about the astounding creativity of the writers behind them. The reason they were on the list was because each director found a way to mix genres together, one never thought possible. Each director found a way to keep you guessing about the next scene. They kept you on the edge of your seat, whether you were on the edge of the seat because you were afraid, or ready to laugh. They were on the list because each movie found a way to directly connect to our emotions, allowing us to happily watch the film as many times possible. This article to me was amazing because it made me realize the reason why films linger in our minds after we watch them.
I was skeptical at first about choosing this article, due to the fact that films are the main thing that fascinate me. As I read this article I noticed that the list of films were highly respectable. Though I did not recognize a couple of the films there, I observed a theme among the reviews of all the films. I also admired that the people who reviewed the films had the same thought process as me, which ends up reaching the main theme. The films were not picked due to their content, they were in fact picked by the way the director and actors presented the content. That theme to me is genius. At first you can only get films from the article, 25 films to be specific, The further I read the more I understood that this article was not about the films, but in fact about the astounding creativity of the writers behind them. The reason they were on the list was because each director found a way to mix genres together, one never thought possible. Each director found a way to keep you guessing about the next scene. They kept you on the edge of your seat, whether you were on the edge of the seat because you were afraid, or ready to laugh. They were on the list because each movie found a way to directly connect to our emotions, allowing us to happily watch the film as many times possible. This article to me was amazing because it made me realize the reason why films linger in our minds after we watch them.
The article,“America Made Me a Feminist”, is the article that I chose as the most interesting this week in the New York Times. While there were various other articles that were initially appealing, this one made me stop dead in my tracks.
In a country like Sweden, it is believed that women have equal power in society. They were never thought of as not equal due to their gender, therefore the word ‘feminism’ isn’t really necessary there. The author of this article was shocked to see such a country of equality after living in Czechoslovakia, a country of inequality for the first nine years of her life, but she was pleasantly surprised. Once she moved to America, she saw yet another country of inequality. Here is where she rediscovered a use for the word ‘feminist’ and realized that it was needed desperately.
Living in America, I have grown up with the idea of equality. After all, we spend countless hours in our history classes being taught that they fought for a good cause, and that success was acheived. However, we are left to ask ourselves, were those successes really followed through with, or were they left as false promises? Yes, we have far come as a nation compared to where we once were, but have we really come far enough? What have we got to show for these successes? This article has taught me to raise questions towards the concepts that I once just assumed and trusted to be true and has put the power back into the word ‘feminist’ at a time that it is needed the most.
In a country like Sweden, it is believed that women have equal power in society. They were never thought of as not equal due to their gender, therefore the word ‘feminism’ isn’t really necessary there. The author of this article was shocked to see such a country of equality after living in Czechoslovakia, a country of inequality for the first nine years of her life, but she was pleasantly surprised. Once she moved to America, she saw yet another country of inequality. Here is where she rediscovered a use for the word ‘feminist’ and realized that it was needed desperately.
Living in America, I have grown up with the idea of equality. After all, we spend countless hours in our history classes being taught that they fought for a good cause, and that success was acheived. However, we are left to ask ourselves, were those successes really followed through with, or were they left as false promises? Yes, we have far come as a nation compared to where we once were, but have we really come far enough? What have we got to show for these successes? This article has taught me to raise questions towards the concepts that I once just assumed and trusted to be true and has put the power back into the word ‘feminist’ at a time that it is needed the most.
I was interested most by the article "Iran Calls Missile Attacks on Syria Militants a Wider Warning", by the Associated Press. This was Iran's first missile attack abroad in 15 years, and was targeted at what the Iranian Revolutionary Guard called an "Islamic command center". I was interested by this because Iran has been attempting to develop a ballistic missile for quite some time. This missile, the Zolfaghar missile, was first displayed in 2015, and has the capability to hit multiple United States command centers, the US Navy's 5th fleet, and other US-led targets in Syria. Other countries are also put at risk, such as Israel, and Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia's capitol, Riyadh, is within striking distance from the missile. Israel has been concerned with the Iranian missile program for a while, and Israeli Security officials said that they are currently assessing the accuracy and capabilities. They also have in place a very efficient missile defense system. I think Israel is put at the most risk by this development, as the Zolfaghar missile was unveiled with a banner showing a quote about how Iran will annihilate some of Israel's largest cities. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave some remarks about the missile, delivering a stern message "Do not threaten Israel." Former Iranian Revolutionary Guard chief Gen. Mohsen Rezai posted on twitter that" The biggest slap is yet to come". I think that all of the countries in the area around Iran should take the missile seriously.
The article titled “Only Mass Deportation Can Save America” intrigued me the most this week. It’s a wakeup call for everyone relying on the hard work of their parents or grandparents who immigrated here and for everyone who was taken their privileges as an American-born citizen for granted. Today a lot of people, including our President, seem to be forgetting that America started out as a country of immigrants, seeking refuge from their old countries and hoping for a better life. It is ironic that some people want to “make America great again” when it never really stopped being great; they want to make the country great again by shutting out the people who do their best to contribute all that they have and truly value all that America has to offer. Us American-born citizens cannot take our country’s freedoms for granted and we cannot forget our country’s history. We cannot become complacent; we must strive to be as hard-working and inventive as the immigrants who built our country and who continue to build it today. We must come to realize that our country never stopped being great, and it never will be as long as we have hard-working people in it who only want to improve their lives and the well-being of the country as a whole. America will stop being great when we shut out the people that work to keep it great.
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“Soccer’s Confounding Calculation: What’s a Player Worth?”
In the Barclays Premier League it seems like clubs will roll out millions upon millions of dollars to players so that they will play on their team. But, who or what decides what that player is worth? Does it depend upon the statistics a player can consistently put up or should it be based on their ability to be a team player? There are a plethora of characteristics one can judge when deciding how much a player “should” be paid. What it truly comes down to is how many clubs want a certain payer. For example, Newcastle values its best midfielder at $15 million dollars, but Real Madrid really wants that player so they double that offer. In response Newcastle will raise its “valuation” of that player making it in turn less accurate in hopes to entice the player with more money. In this article it was interesting to see that clubs that were able to bid the highest won almost every time with a bid that far exceeded the original “valuation” of that player. In my opinion, players of almost every sport are highly overpaid. In reality an extra $1 million dollars doesn't make much of a difference to a person who is already making $30 million a year. Instead of the clubs giving the players the extra money they should, in turn, give it back to the community that supports them. To me that is a way better option for all that “extra” money instead of giving it to an already rich athlete to buy another Lamborghini.
In the Barclays Premier League it seems like clubs will roll out millions upon millions of dollars to players so that they will play on their team. But, who or what decides what that player is worth? Does it depend upon the statistics a player can consistently put up or should it be based on their ability to be a team player? There are a plethora of characteristics one can judge when deciding how much a player “should” be paid. What it truly comes down to is how many clubs want a certain payer. For example, Newcastle values its best midfielder at $15 million dollars, but Real Madrid really wants that player so they double that offer. In response Newcastle will raise its “valuation” of that player making it in turn less accurate in hopes to entice the player with more money. In this article it was interesting to see that clubs that were able to bid the highest won almost every time with a bid that far exceeded the original “valuation” of that player. In my opinion, players of almost every sport are highly overpaid. In reality an extra $1 million dollars doesn't make much of a difference to a person who is already making $30 million a year. Instead of the clubs giving the players the extra money they should, in turn, give it back to the community that supports them. To me that is a way better option for all that “extra” money instead of giving it to an already rich athlete to buy another Lamborghini.
“Privacy in The Cellphone Age”
This editorial explores a controversial issue that surfaces in many modern day crime cases. Anyone with a phone shares their location with the cellphone towers every time they use it, but what people do with this information is causing problems. The author uses facts regarding phone location and the effects of this evidence in a case to explain their argument.
The editorial begins by discussing how for most citizens, there is no problem with their location being collected. The author highlights the effect of this feature on crimes by referring to one of the many cases where the criminal’s phone location was used as evidence, “...based partly on location data that placed his cellphone near the scene of several of the crimes” (Editorial Board 1). In multiple sentences of this editorial, the author used words that express their views towards this subject. Facts can be used to express an argument fairly, “The major cellphone carriers receive tens of thousands of location-data requests from law enforcement each year...” (Editorial Board 2). The author points out how law enforcement use location data for quick sources of information due to their ability to obtain it with no warrant.
The techniques must also cater to the topic of the article to be effective. The author of the editorial discussed above chose to include facts and focused on diction in the hope to state the information well and allow each reader to reach a viewpoint on the situation.
This editorial explores a controversial issue that surfaces in many modern day crime cases. Anyone with a phone shares their location with the cellphone towers every time they use it, but what people do with this information is causing problems. The author uses facts regarding phone location and the effects of this evidence in a case to explain their argument.
The editorial begins by discussing how for most citizens, there is no problem with their location being collected. The author highlights the effect of this feature on crimes by referring to one of the many cases where the criminal’s phone location was used as evidence, “...based partly on location data that placed his cellphone near the scene of several of the crimes” (Editorial Board 1). In multiple sentences of this editorial, the author used words that express their views towards this subject. Facts can be used to express an argument fairly, “The major cellphone carriers receive tens of thousands of location-data requests from law enforcement each year...” (Editorial Board 2). The author points out how law enforcement use location data for quick sources of information due to their ability to obtain it with no warrant.
The techniques must also cater to the topic of the article to be effective. The author of the editorial discussed above chose to include facts and focused on diction in the hope to state the information well and allow each reader to reach a viewpoint on the situation.
As someone with a significantly large fear of heights, when I saw the title "Making a Living by Jumping Off a Cliff", I was definitely intrigued. I've never understood how one might find the feeling of your stomach dropping or all of the blood rushing to your head enjoyable. Looking back on the times I was persuaded to go on a particularly high ride with a steep drop, all I can remember is being extremely anxious and hoping it would be over soon, which is why my interest in this video was so great. The video stars Fernando Canchari Vásquez, a man who has been jumping off cliffs for 29 years. After the video ended, I was left amazed at how this man loves to do something that I've been so afraid of my whole life. Moreover, I realized how differently people can perceive certain actions. Truthfully, if I watched this video with no context, I would maintain the same view: cliff jumping is dangerous and pointless. However, after learning how an action I once thought was so foolish can provide food for a man and his family, I have a new appreciation for cliff jumping and the conquering of great heights.
Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-amer...
Feminism in America is a concept that is strongly supported by some of the girls and boys at my school. However, as someone who had lived half way across the world, I know a thing or two about the cultural differences surrounding this topic. Porizkova describes the differences she observed between the treatment of women in Sweden and Czechoslovakia, and I could very much relate to her experiences. When I lived in China, I was lucky enough to attend an International School where the teachers and students imposed the values of equality and respect at a young age, but outside school grounds, I could tell that those values are a little distanced from the truth. People, from strangers on the street to my nanny at home, told me to behave more "like a girl" and told me I shouldn't dress a certain way because I was a girl.
A woman's life is often judged by a man, and even though "come on, it's 2017" seems to be a popular saying these days, there is still a far way to go until we reach the goals of feminists.
Sure, America did make me a feminist. I knew that I was strong and that I should be equal to the boys around me, but America has truly imposed these ideas on me. Especially in New York, I see signs and posters talking about equality, and supporting feminism, and it has definitely grown on me. I see the importance of equality, and I can only imagine where feminists will expand it.
Feminism in America is a concept that is strongly supported by some of the girls and boys at my school. However, as someone who had lived half way across the world, I know a thing or two about the cultural differences surrounding this topic. Porizkova describes the differences she observed between the treatment of women in Sweden and Czechoslovakia, and I could very much relate to her experiences. When I lived in China, I was lucky enough to attend an International School where the teachers and students imposed the values of equality and respect at a young age, but outside school grounds, I could tell that those values are a little distanced from the truth. People, from strangers on the street to my nanny at home, told me to behave more "like a girl" and told me I shouldn't dress a certain way because I was a girl.
A woman's life is often judged by a man, and even though "come on, it's 2017" seems to be a popular saying these days, there is still a far way to go until we reach the goals of feminists.
Sure, America did make me a feminist. I knew that I was strong and that I should be equal to the boys around me, but America has truly imposed these ideas on me. Especially in New York, I see signs and posters talking about equality, and supporting feminism, and it has definitely grown on me. I see the importance of equality, and I can only imagine where feminists will expand it.
I decided to read the article "Gay Pride's Choice: March in Protest or Dance Worries Away" by Kim Severson. This is because on June 18th I marched with my church in the Pride Parade in Portland, Oregon, and I deeply care about this subject. I have several friends that are in the L.G.B.T.Q. community and considering recent events like the Orlando shooting and the election of Trump, now is the time to speak up for what's right.
This article makes a point to mention a gay pride parade that was supposed to happen in Los Angeles, but was abandoned for a protest against the Trump administration. A woman named Meghan Brown wished the two separate events would've merged because “there’s not really a distinction," she states.
I'm not sure how I feel about how things are being handled. In one aspect, I can agree with her statement because it's common knowledge that the new president doesn't agree with the L.G.B.T.Q lifestyle and by combining the two marches, you could protest much easier. On the other hand, homophobic behavior has been present much longer than Trump's presidency and more attention should be focused on the problem that's been plaguing too many minds. As I said before, now would be the time to confront those problems considering the huge steps we've made; legal marriage between same sex couples, the first openly bisexual governor, and more acceptance for transgender people. Hopefully we can make more steps in the right direction.
This article makes a point to mention a gay pride parade that was supposed to happen in Los Angeles, but was abandoned for a protest against the Trump administration. A woman named Meghan Brown wished the two separate events would've merged because “there’s not really a distinction," she states.
I'm not sure how I feel about how things are being handled. In one aspect, I can agree with her statement because it's common knowledge that the new president doesn't agree with the L.G.B.T.Q lifestyle and by combining the two marches, you could protest much easier. On the other hand, homophobic behavior has been present much longer than Trump's presidency and more attention should be focused on the problem that's been plaguing too many minds. As I said before, now would be the time to confront those problems considering the huge steps we've made; legal marriage between same sex couples, the first openly bisexual governor, and more acceptance for transgender people. Hopefully we can make more steps in the right direction.
"Teenage Documentarians Show the Power of Photography" By:Gareth Smit
In 2017, countless teenagers and young adults spend numerous hours a day taking pictures. Using those pictures to post and upload on social media. This article, "Teenage Documentarians Show the Power of Photography," intrigued me because I find pleasure in capturing a moment by taking a picture.
What first fascinated me about this article was the topic of photography because I enjoy taking photos. Gareth Smit reveals that the teenage photographers explore their culture and political expressions by taking photographs. Mr. Smit use of interviewing teenage photographers allows the reader to relate to the article. The use of photographs enables individuals to communicate their opinions and emotions. I believe that photography can allow us to learn, grow, and become inspired. Photographs allow individuals to view the world in a different perspective. Photos are such a significant portion of our lives. Photographing images can allow an individual's voice to be heard through their pictures.
Gareth Smit has shown through his writing that uploading a photo on social media is not about how many likes it can get but how an individual is voicing their opinion and emotion. This article appealed to me because photographs are a considerable portion of our society and allow people to learn and be inspired.
In 2017, countless teenagers and young adults spend numerous hours a day taking pictures. Using those pictures to post and upload on social media. This article, "Teenage Documentarians Show the Power of Photography," intrigued me because I find pleasure in capturing a moment by taking a picture.
What first fascinated me about this article was the topic of photography because I enjoy taking photos. Gareth Smit reveals that the teenage photographers explore their culture and political expressions by taking photographs. Mr. Smit use of interviewing teenage photographers allows the reader to relate to the article. The use of photographs enables individuals to communicate their opinions and emotions. I believe that photography can allow us to learn, grow, and become inspired. Photographs allow individuals to view the world in a different perspective. Photos are such a significant portion of our lives. Photographing images can allow an individual's voice to be heard through their pictures.
Gareth Smit has shown through his writing that uploading a photo on social media is not about how many likes it can get but how an individual is voicing their opinion and emotion. This article appealed to me because photographs are a considerable portion of our society and allow people to learn and be inspired.
This past week in the Times, there were many strong articles. However, the article that caught my eye the most was "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers," published on June 12th. The article interested me because of the location and how often people throw around suicidal phrases. This case, however, shows what can happen within a relationship if one of the parties is suicidal, and what could potentially happen if the suicidal person is continually persuaded to commit suicide.
In the article, it gives an in depth look on the Michelle Carter - Conrad Roy case in Taunton, MA, where Carter consistently discussed Roy's impending suicide, before taking his life July 18th, 2014. This article interested me especially because of not only the location of the story, but the message behind how careless words may seem if they are said over and over again. The defendant knew her boyfriend was suicidal, but believed he would not have gone through with the suicide if she did not encourage him.
In today's society, "kill yourself" or "I want to kill myself" are no longer deemed harmful phrases, and they are thrown around like many derogatory phrases have been in the past. This court case is strong evidence that the words you say have consequences, and if Carter had never helped plan Roy's suicide, he could possibly still be alive today.
In closing, this article sparked my interest drastically, because of both the location, as well as today's lack of censorship.
In the article, it gives an in depth look on the Michelle Carter - Conrad Roy case in Taunton, MA, where Carter consistently discussed Roy's impending suicide, before taking his life July 18th, 2014. This article interested me especially because of not only the location of the story, but the message behind how careless words may seem if they are said over and over again. The defendant knew her boyfriend was suicidal, but believed he would not have gone through with the suicide if she did not encourage him.
In today's society, "kill yourself" or "I want to kill myself" are no longer deemed harmful phrases, and they are thrown around like many derogatory phrases have been in the past. This court case is strong evidence that the words you say have consequences, and if Carter had never helped plan Roy's suicide, he could possibly still be alive today.
In closing, this article sparked my interest drastically, because of both the location, as well as today's lack of censorship.
"Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It." by Caryn Ganz,
In my 15 years of age, I would like to believe that I have become exposed to a substantial amount of pop music culture. One aspect of the ever changing music industry that never seems to dull is the complete and total transformation of a world-renowned artist. And with this, Katy Perry has grabbed the attention of the entire industry, reforming herself as an empowered feminist from the childish, pinky pop artist she once was. The spark that began Katy Perry’s launch into her new self was the shocking election of the current President, Mr. Donald Trump. However, this dramatic event has allowed Katy Perry to completely revolutionize herself and her music, specifically her debut album “Witness.” This particular article, authored by Caryn Ganz, caught my eye in the New York Times this week because I always find it fascinating to witness a well-known artist completely transform themselves in the public eye. In addition, it came directly from an interview with Katy Perry. While many other magazines and tabloids may make false comments and assumptions about Katy’s transformation, I knew that this article would contain the absolute truth. Lastly, the intriguing title of the article, Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It, was yet another reason I found this article to stand out this week.
In my 15 years of age, I would like to believe that I have become exposed to a substantial amount of pop music culture. One aspect of the ever changing music industry that never seems to dull is the complete and total transformation of a world-renowned artist. And with this, Katy Perry has grabbed the attention of the entire industry, reforming herself as an empowered feminist from the childish, pinky pop artist she once was. The spark that began Katy Perry’s launch into her new self was the shocking election of the current President, Mr. Donald Trump. However, this dramatic event has allowed Katy Perry to completely revolutionize herself and her music, specifically her debut album “Witness.” This particular article, authored by Caryn Ganz, caught my eye in the New York Times this week because I always find it fascinating to witness a well-known artist completely transform themselves in the public eye. In addition, it came directly from an interview with Katy Perry. While many other magazines and tabloids may make false comments and assumptions about Katy’s transformation, I knew that this article would contain the absolute truth. Lastly, the intriguing title of the article, Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It, was yet another reason I found this article to stand out this week.
“Colleges Celebrate Diversity with Separate Commencements”
Glimmering against the array of articles on war, suicide bombings, and bans against refugees, this article on college commencements that celebrate races, nationalities, and other groups commonly discriminated against showed me that we can honor, not fight, our differences.
This spring Harvard held commencements for African American and Mexican American students and the University of Delaware held a commencement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students. These separate commencements interested me because they seemed to be increasing; I wanted to learn why.
I learned the commencements celebrate hard work and common experience, show pride in being “different,” and push past prejudice, ideas I believe are very important. Some students might not want to be known for their nationality or race or sexual identity, but these commencements do not label people and exclude, they provide a place students can go, if they desire, to celebrate their achievements as a particular community.
In the words of Olivia Castor, a student at Harvard’s commencement for African American graduate students, “For me, the black community is a home away from home… So thank you, thank you for being beautiful, brilliant and blackety-black-black.” As M. Scott Peck, an American psychiatrist declares, “Share our similarities, celebrate our differences.” These college commencements are so interesting to me because they do just that!
Glimmering against the array of articles on war, suicide bombings, and bans against refugees, this article on college commencements that celebrate races, nationalities, and other groups commonly discriminated against showed me that we can honor, not fight, our differences.
This spring Harvard held commencements for African American and Mexican American students and the University of Delaware held a commencement for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students. These separate commencements interested me because they seemed to be increasing; I wanted to learn why.
I learned the commencements celebrate hard work and common experience, show pride in being “different,” and push past prejudice, ideas I believe are very important. Some students might not want to be known for their nationality or race or sexual identity, but these commencements do not label people and exclude, they provide a place students can go, if they desire, to celebrate their achievements as a particular community.
In the words of Olivia Castor, a student at Harvard’s commencement for African American graduate students, “For me, the black community is a home away from home… So thank you, thank you for being beautiful, brilliant and blackety-black-black.” As M. Scott Peck, an American psychiatrist declares, “Share our similarities, celebrate our differences.” These college commencements are so interesting to me because they do just that!
"Only Mass Deportation Can Save America" by Bret Stephens
This past year we have been bombarded with slogans such as "Make America Great Again." We have also seen an immigration ban passed on majority Muslim countries. From this, it can be seen that immigration is currently a hot-button topic in the United States. However, this conservative columnist has a different approach than one might expect. Instead of deporting immigrants, he jokingly suggests deporting American citizens who were born here and who haven’t contributed to society as much. I found this article interesting because it addresses an intense political issue which has no right or wrong answer. Also, the author branches off from a stereotyped stance in order to form his own. Not only that, he backs up his claims with evidence and uses humor in a serious piece. This article is eye-opening because it reveals just how much our society relies on immigrants to shape our world. It also raises questions such as: “What is considered socially acceptable when it comes to immigration and deportation?” and “At what point do we throw out our humanity when we don’t lend a helping hand to those in need?” Fortunately, I have never had to face the prospect of being removed from my home and taken away from those I care about, yet this is a reality for some Americans. Still, I believe that anyone, no matter their religion or where they come from, should be given the chance to start a new, better life and pursue the American Dream.
This past year we have been bombarded with slogans such as "Make America Great Again." We have also seen an immigration ban passed on majority Muslim countries. From this, it can be seen that immigration is currently a hot-button topic in the United States. However, this conservative columnist has a different approach than one might expect. Instead of deporting immigrants, he jokingly suggests deporting American citizens who were born here and who haven’t contributed to society as much. I found this article interesting because it addresses an intense political issue which has no right or wrong answer. Also, the author branches off from a stereotyped stance in order to form his own. Not only that, he backs up his claims with evidence and uses humor in a serious piece. This article is eye-opening because it reveals just how much our society relies on immigrants to shape our world. It also raises questions such as: “What is considered socially acceptable when it comes to immigration and deportation?” and “At what point do we throw out our humanity when we don’t lend a helping hand to those in need?” Fortunately, I have never had to face the prospect of being removed from my home and taken away from those I care about, yet this is a reality for some Americans. Still, I believe that anyone, no matter their religion or where they come from, should be given the chance to start a new, better life and pursue the American Dream.
I chose the article "Spotting Mysterious Twinkles on Earth From a Million Miles Away," by Nicholas St. Fleur.
I picked this article because I thought it was amazing that a satellite a million miles away can pick up glints from tiny ice crystals, and that these fragments of ice may help gather information about the meteorologic conditions of other planets. The article recounts how questions from the public about these mysterious flashes in satellite images prompted Alexander Marshak, a scientist at NASA, and his team to investigate them. They came to the conclusion, after using images from the space satellites Dscovr and Galileo, that the ice in cirrus clouds was reflecting sunlight and causing the glints. The satellites were both over a million miles away from the earth, and they could still see evidence of the existence of these ice particles, which were no larger than one hundred microns.
The article also mentions briefly how the Trump administration proposed shutting down devices that were monitoring the earth. I believe that the research that was presented in this article is a good example why this shouldn’t happen, because information gathered from the earth can be used to study other planets, specifically the weather patterns there. All of this new knowledge was gathered just from glints of light from ice particles, and wouldn’t have even been discovered if a satellite wasn’t watching the earth, which I find incredible.
I picked this article because I thought it was amazing that a satellite a million miles away can pick up glints from tiny ice crystals, and that these fragments of ice may help gather information about the meteorologic conditions of other planets. The article recounts how questions from the public about these mysterious flashes in satellite images prompted Alexander Marshak, a scientist at NASA, and his team to investigate them. They came to the conclusion, after using images from the space satellites Dscovr and Galileo, that the ice in cirrus clouds was reflecting sunlight and causing the glints. The satellites were both over a million miles away from the earth, and they could still see evidence of the existence of these ice particles, which were no larger than one hundred microns.
The article also mentions briefly how the Trump administration proposed shutting down devices that were monitoring the earth. I believe that the research that was presented in this article is a good example why this shouldn’t happen, because information gathered from the earth can be used to study other planets, specifically the weather patterns there. All of this new knowledge was gathered just from glints of light from ice particles, and wouldn’t have even been discovered if a satellite wasn’t watching the earth, which I find incredible.
'London Copes With Deep Divisions After Attacks, Tower Fire'
In all the years I have lived in London, I have never seen it as split as it is now. Though it may maintain its charming exterior, there are strong tensions pulling London apart from the inside.
London is a multi-racial powerhouse, a bright patchwork of culture. Yet there have always been fault lines between the many ethnicities living in London, which the elections and of course as this article mentions, the attacks on our city and the fire that consumed not just a council block, but an entire borough with grief, have only widened the gaps between us. The divides have been intensified by a series of recent elections. The trouble with elections is that they force people into categories - you are either for Brexit, or against it. For May, or for Corbyn.
Ideologies have clashed, causing anger, protests, and calls for 'justice'. There is no doubt that change is afoot; a year ago, no-one would have dreamt that Corbyn would come within touching distance of becoming Prime Minister.
This article put my feelings into words, and I can only add that it is inevitable that the turmoil in London will continue. But instead of turning against each other, Londoners must unite. We can show the world that in the face of tragedy we stand strong and together, despite our differences, and we can set an example of a city knit together by people who build on each others strengths and patch up each others weaknesses.
In all the years I have lived in London, I have never seen it as split as it is now. Though it may maintain its charming exterior, there are strong tensions pulling London apart from the inside.
London is a multi-racial powerhouse, a bright patchwork of culture. Yet there have always been fault lines between the many ethnicities living in London, which the elections and of course as this article mentions, the attacks on our city and the fire that consumed not just a council block, but an entire borough with grief, have only widened the gaps between us. The divides have been intensified by a series of recent elections. The trouble with elections is that they force people into categories - you are either for Brexit, or against it. For May, or for Corbyn.
Ideologies have clashed, causing anger, protests, and calls for 'justice'. There is no doubt that change is afoot; a year ago, no-one would have dreamt that Corbyn would come within touching distance of becoming Prime Minister.
This article put my feelings into words, and I can only add that it is inevitable that the turmoil in London will continue. But instead of turning against each other, Londoners must unite. We can show the world that in the face of tragedy we stand strong and together, despite our differences, and we can set an example of a city knit together by people who build on each others strengths and patch up each others weaknesses.
This week, the article "For Families of Teens at Suicide Risk, ‘13 Reasons’ Raises Concerns" published by Catherine Saint Louis interested me because this show does not do a great job of accurately representing and portraying suicide. In fact, the messages portrayed on the show are dangerous, as they glorify suicide and can lead to dangerous behavior of teens with mental illness. This article is very important to read whether you have a child who is watching the show, or if you are considering watching it yourself. Although Netflix defends themselves and says that they wanted to make it tough to watch and show that nothing good comes from suicide, it still creates loads of problems. One major concern with the Netflix original series is copycats. People are worried that teens who watch the show who deal with suicidal thoughts are going to try and copy everything that Hannah did in the lead-up to her suicide. Ultimately, the article explains how necessary it is that people with suicidal thoughts and mental illness should avoid watching this show if possible. As a teenager who has considered watching this show and has friends who have mental illness, this information in the article can be very beneficial for me and the people around me.
“If Wonder Woman Can Do It, She Can Too”
Superheroes in the media have traditionally been portrayed as white males. In fact, anyone who is not a devoted fan of superhero comics will probably find it difficult to name a superhero other than Wonder Woman who is not a B-list, female counterpart to a more popular male superhero (take Supergirl, Batgirl, and Spider-Women as examples). This can be a huge problem when it comes to girls searching in the media for powerful female role models and coming up short in the world of superheroes.
That is why the new film Wonder Woman is so important, says Jessica Bennett. Her Op-Ed about the film was interesting to me because Bennett talked about how she, a 35-year-old woman, was so affected by seeing a female superhero star in a film for the first time. She left the theater feeling strong, inspired, and able to conquer anything. Bennett recognizes how important representation in the media can be. For little girls, seeing a female superhero like Wonder Woman can change their perception of what a leader is. Although it is perfectly normal for a girl to have male role models, Wonder Woman provides an example of a woman embracing her femininity, not getting rid of it, to save the world. Representation of different genders, races, sexualities, and disabilities in the media is important because it has an effect on people’s perception of the world. Wonder Woman shows the world that girls can save the world too.
Superheroes in the media have traditionally been portrayed as white males. In fact, anyone who is not a devoted fan of superhero comics will probably find it difficult to name a superhero other than Wonder Woman who is not a B-list, female counterpart to a more popular male superhero (take Supergirl, Batgirl, and Spider-Women as examples). This can be a huge problem when it comes to girls searching in the media for powerful female role models and coming up short in the world of superheroes.
That is why the new film Wonder Woman is so important, says Jessica Bennett. Her Op-Ed about the film was interesting to me because Bennett talked about how she, a 35-year-old woman, was so affected by seeing a female superhero star in a film for the first time. She left the theater feeling strong, inspired, and able to conquer anything. Bennett recognizes how important representation in the media can be. For little girls, seeing a female superhero like Wonder Woman can change their perception of what a leader is. Although it is perfectly normal for a girl to have male role models, Wonder Woman provides an example of a woman embracing her femininity, not getting rid of it, to save the world. Representation of different genders, races, sexualities, and disabilities in the media is important because it has an effect on people’s perception of the world. Wonder Woman shows the world that girls can save the world too.
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"Yellowstone Grizzly Bear to Lose Endangered Species Protection" By Jim Robbins
I believe that the environment is being harmed by us and that we should protect nature while we still can. This article showcases potential harm to Yellowstone Grizzly Bears and although I can't much about that specific case, it motivates me to protect the nature down here, at Georgia. This article really caught my eye because, during my time in AP U.S History, I learned about environmentalists and even researched further about one in specific, John Muir. He was an environmentalist who is famous for starting the Sierra Club and working with Teddy Roosevelt on preserving more land to protect Sequoia Trees. This mini history lesson isn't the only reason why I gained an interest in this topic. Environmentalism also intestines me as I am a part of the younger generation and what we do today will affect tomorrow. Therefore, protecting the environment has become a somewhat major concern for me and I just hope that others feel the same. Hopefully, leading towards a better environment for the future generations as well as providing it for the current generations.
I believe that the environment is being harmed by us and that we should protect nature while we still can. This article showcases potential harm to Yellowstone Grizzly Bears and although I can't much about that specific case, it motivates me to protect the nature down here, at Georgia. This article really caught my eye because, during my time in AP U.S History, I learned about environmentalists and even researched further about one in specific, John Muir. He was an environmentalist who is famous for starting the Sierra Club and working with Teddy Roosevelt on preserving more land to protect Sequoia Trees. This mini history lesson isn't the only reason why I gained an interest in this topic. Environmentalism also intestines me as I am a part of the younger generation and what we do today will affect tomorrow. Therefore, protecting the environment has become a somewhat major concern for me and I just hope that others feel the same. Hopefully, leading towards a better environment for the future generations as well as providing it for the current generations.
The article titled "Preparing 'Emerging Adults' for College and Beyond" written by Alina Tugend published on June 7, 2017 really interested me due to the underlying issue it highlights, teenage anxiety. Anxiety is a challenge that I have faced in my life for as long as I can remember and became very difficult to deal with in the 6th grade especially, so I can definitely relate to this article on a personal level.
As mentioned in the article, Dr. Ginsberg uses techniques for students to face their fears, such as having a perfectionist turn in an assignment that wasn't perfect or to their standards. She does this so teenagers can learn that a mistake is not going to change their life drastically. As a perfectionist in school, I can relate to the fear of turning in an assignment or exam and getting a bad grade, or a grade that I was not happy with. I would feel like it was the end of the world when I got an 85% on an assessment. The work of Dr. Ginsberg discussed in this article really inspired me to want to take action and assist others in my community.
In conclusion, due to my personal connection to this article, I can use the information provided to help myself with challenges that I face and will face in my life as a young adult. The techniques that this article showcased will be very helpful when I go to college and live my life in the future.
As mentioned in the article, Dr. Ginsberg uses techniques for students to face their fears, such as having a perfectionist turn in an assignment that wasn't perfect or to their standards. She does this so teenagers can learn that a mistake is not going to change their life drastically. As a perfectionist in school, I can relate to the fear of turning in an assignment or exam and getting a bad grade, or a grade that I was not happy with. I would feel like it was the end of the world when I got an 85% on an assessment. The work of Dr. Ginsberg discussed in this article really inspired me to want to take action and assist others in my community.
In conclusion, due to my personal connection to this article, I can use the information provided to help myself with challenges that I face and will face in my life as a young adult. The techniques that this article showcased will be very helpful when I go to college and live my life in the future.
“Making a living by jumping off a cliff”
By: Kassie Bracken
In all throughout history, when money became something everyone desired and even up to this point in history where most people are ambitious for money, some people believe that money is the way for happiness in their lives. However this is not true for this man. This man has been jumping off a cliff since he was fourteen years old, and he's been jumping for around twenty nine years now. Every time after he jumps out of the water, people give him money for what he has done. However, the money doesn't really matter to him, what matters is that he loves jumping off the cliff to the sea, that is his passion, he especially does it for his wife and his two daughters, and this is what caught my attention from this video. This man's name is Fernando Canchari, known as “The Friar”.
In my opinion, Fernando Canchari is an example of humans who pursue their happiness in life. This man loves the sea and he made it a job in which he could take care of his family. Fernando is truly living life and being successful at it by being happy with what he does and his family which he most loves. However, numerous amount of people in this world believe that in order to accomplish happiness is by having money, but I truly do not believe in that. Fernando is a great and true example of humans having a successful life, experiencing life on what he loves doing and having a family with the people he most loves.
By: Kassie Bracken
In all throughout history, when money became something everyone desired and even up to this point in history where most people are ambitious for money, some people believe that money is the way for happiness in their lives. However this is not true for this man. This man has been jumping off a cliff since he was fourteen years old, and he's been jumping for around twenty nine years now. Every time after he jumps out of the water, people give him money for what he has done. However, the money doesn't really matter to him, what matters is that he loves jumping off the cliff to the sea, that is his passion, he especially does it for his wife and his two daughters, and this is what caught my attention from this video. This man's name is Fernando Canchari, known as “The Friar”.
In my opinion, Fernando Canchari is an example of humans who pursue their happiness in life. This man loves the sea and he made it a job in which he could take care of his family. Fernando is truly living life and being successful at it by being happy with what he does and his family which he most loves. However, numerous amount of people in this world believe that in order to accomplish happiness is by having money, but I truly do not believe in that. Fernando is a great and true example of humans having a successful life, experiencing life on what he loves doing and having a family with the people he most loves.
"95-Degree Days; How Extreme Heat Could Spread Across the World" by Brad Plumer and Nadja Popovich
Global warming has been an issue that has gradually been increasing year after year. Many people believe it is years away from us or simply just choose not to do anything about it. It doesn’t receive the immediate attention it requires simply because people don’t care. They believe a sun filled day is normal but what they don’t realize is that these hot days are worsening and will keep getting worse if no one does anything about it. The article states that there can be severe effects due to the increase in temperatures, like crops withering and electric grids being strained. These hotter temperatures make it exceedingly difficult for people all over the world. Working productivity has been proven to decline for those outside jobs. The increase in heat is also affecting our food supply. Production of crops like corn and soybean are decreasing when heat rises above 84 degrees. Global warming is beginning to have long term effects towards our communities, like excessive energy usage and the rise in heat deaths.
The only way this issue can be resolved is if people are more aware of it and remain informed. The projected effects of global warming are only true if we remain idle towards this issue. We have begun using renewable resources to power cities but in order to stop the huge spike in heat, we are going to need to drop nonrenewable resources and switch completely to renewable.
Global warming has been an issue that has gradually been increasing year after year. Many people believe it is years away from us or simply just choose not to do anything about it. It doesn’t receive the immediate attention it requires simply because people don’t care. They believe a sun filled day is normal but what they don’t realize is that these hot days are worsening and will keep getting worse if no one does anything about it. The article states that there can be severe effects due to the increase in temperatures, like crops withering and electric grids being strained. These hotter temperatures make it exceedingly difficult for people all over the world. Working productivity has been proven to decline for those outside jobs. The increase in heat is also affecting our food supply. Production of crops like corn and soybean are decreasing when heat rises above 84 degrees. Global warming is beginning to have long term effects towards our communities, like excessive energy usage and the rise in heat deaths.
The only way this issue can be resolved is if people are more aware of it and remain informed. The projected effects of global warming are only true if we remain idle towards this issue. We have begun using renewable resources to power cities but in order to stop the huge spike in heat, we are going to need to drop nonrenewable resources and switch completely to renewable.
"As Church Shifts, a Cardinal Welcomes Gays; They Embrace a ‘Miracle’"
Holding on to the hope that one day the Church will accept LGBTQ people? Try winning the lottery first. Unless one follows the doctrines and rules of the Church, one is only tolerated and “not judged.” This article correctly brings in the Catholic doctrine that condemns LGBTQ people, but it misses one critical part. If a man is openly gay, he is expected to uphold a life of celibacy (CCC 2359). LGBTQ people are seen as sinful and therefore must repress themselves. In addition, same-sex relations are not open to human reproduction. Because the Church believes that sex is for procreation only, same-sex relations by default is a mortal sin and can never be considered otherwise.
Why pick an article only to critique it? As a part of the LGBTQ community and a former Catholic, I am tired of seeing media that gives kudos to people who give basic respect to LGBTQ individuals. Cardinal Tobin’s attitude is not a heroic act, nor is it a difficult feat. In fact, it is already written in the Catechesis to give the same respect to LGBTQ individuals (CCC 2358). It is great that a Cardinal is welcoming gay individuals and inspiring others to do the same, but giving human beings respect does not call for attention in the media. After reading this article, all I saw was old news and the Church being rewarded doing what it should be doing since its beginning: following the word of their God.
Holding on to the hope that one day the Church will accept LGBTQ people? Try winning the lottery first. Unless one follows the doctrines and rules of the Church, one is only tolerated and “not judged.” This article correctly brings in the Catholic doctrine that condemns LGBTQ people, but it misses one critical part. If a man is openly gay, he is expected to uphold a life of celibacy (CCC 2359). LGBTQ people are seen as sinful and therefore must repress themselves. In addition, same-sex relations are not open to human reproduction. Because the Church believes that sex is for procreation only, same-sex relations by default is a mortal sin and can never be considered otherwise.
Why pick an article only to critique it? As a part of the LGBTQ community and a former Catholic, I am tired of seeing media that gives kudos to people who give basic respect to LGBTQ individuals. Cardinal Tobin’s attitude is not a heroic act, nor is it a difficult feat. In fact, it is already written in the Catechesis to give the same respect to LGBTQ individuals (CCC 2358). It is great that a Cardinal is welcoming gay individuals and inspiring others to do the same, but giving human beings respect does not call for attention in the media. After reading this article, all I saw was old news and the Church being rewarded doing what it should be doing since its beginning: following the word of their God.
I like liked him, in a way that made my face burn pink when he said my name. So when I saw the title “Capturing Love, the Brooklyn Way,” my mind was ambushed with memories of the boy from Coney Island and our wonderfully awkward date. As I clicked on the article however, I was confronted with images of a different type of love. While the series does feature glimpses of romantic love; a stylish couple with sunglasses and button up shirts cross Nostrand and Fulton Avenues hand in hand, a girl clad in a winter coat looks up at a boy with headphones in a bodega, photographer Andre Wagner frames his pictures with an observation, “You can see the affection of people out in public because so many things happen on the streets...Living in Brooklyn, I see a lot of that family interaction, which I’m really interested in capturing.”
I was drawn to the article initially by the title, but it was the pictures exhibiting parental love that paused my scrolling and compelled me to look closer. The girl carried in presumably a parent's arms, the tender moment of a middle aged woman crouched down brushing back hair from a child’s face, a smiling duo of joyous hand swinging, fingers wrapped tight around each other. Despite the iconic nature and gentrification of the setting, the pictures could have been taken anywhere. Brooklyn is special only in that of the infinite number of passing moments of everyday life a few were captured and published in black and white for the world to see.
I was drawn to the article initially by the title, but it was the pictures exhibiting parental love that paused my scrolling and compelled me to look closer. The girl carried in presumably a parent's arms, the tender moment of a middle aged woman crouched down brushing back hair from a child’s face, a smiling duo of joyous hand swinging, fingers wrapped tight around each other. Despite the iconic nature and gentrification of the setting, the pictures could have been taken anywhere. Brooklyn is special only in that of the infinite number of passing moments of everyday life a few were captured and published in black and white for the world to see.
"Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls" by Andrew Reiner
This article interested me because it offered a different perspective on stereotypes. Although female stereotypes are currently and actively being discouraged in our society, this article presents another view point on males. Reiner states that parents have a tendency to use terms that are more endearing and gentler towards their daughters, and words that are "more focused on achievement" with their sons. He also goes on to explain how society pressures boys into thinking that there are standards for what it means to be "manly."
This saddens me because this sets the stage for boys to fall into the unhealthy habit of bottling up their feelings and being emotionless because it's how society portrays what a "man" is. I think that stereotypes for both boys and girls should be broken early on in life so that they are progressively being eliminated through each generation. Also, I think that boys deserve equal amounts of attention and love as their female counterparts, and that adults should chose their words wisely when speaking with children, as it may influence their mental/emotional state in the future, or ingrain the wrong ideals into their mindset.
This article interested me because it offered a different perspective on stereotypes. Although female stereotypes are currently and actively being discouraged in our society, this article presents another view point on males. Reiner states that parents have a tendency to use terms that are more endearing and gentler towards their daughters, and words that are "more focused on achievement" with their sons. He also goes on to explain how society pressures boys into thinking that there are standards for what it means to be "manly."
This saddens me because this sets the stage for boys to fall into the unhealthy habit of bottling up their feelings and being emotionless because it's how society portrays what a "man" is. I think that stereotypes for both boys and girls should be broken early on in life so that they are progressively being eliminated through each generation. Also, I think that boys deserve equal amounts of attention and love as their female counterparts, and that adults should chose their words wisely when speaking with children, as it may influence their mental/emotional state in the future, or ingrain the wrong ideals into their mindset.
The article “Envisioning the Car of the Future as a Living Room on Wheels” by Eric A. Taub caught my eye one day while I was scrolling through the news. As I began reading I started to wonder who the heck would put there lives in the hands of technology. I mean yes you can control the speed, the temperature, sound, music, t.v all from one hologram in front of you but it almost seems to easy. Now don't get me wrong I would love to be able to do all that from a hologram in front of me but I still feel with my luck the unthinkable would happen and I wouldn't have control of the car to stop it or even try.I just wouldn’t ever be able to relax enough to enjoy of the beneficial aspects of it; social media display on the windows, a movie playing on the windshield, video simulations, the nois- cancellation technology, a large screen that comes from the roof. You know that saying you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Well I've only been drive a year and a half and I don't think you'd be able to teach me to enjoy an “autonomous vehicle” even with at the bells and whistles it comes with.
First and foremost, I'd like to say that I greatly appreciate the chance that this contest is giving young adults such as myself to be able to read and voice our opinions about issues going on in the world today. Schools are finally letting us express ourselves in an educational way that doesn't put us to sleep, and we get to communicate about topics that truly speak to us. For me, that topic is racial inequality. The article "How Interracial Love Is Saving America" by Sheryll Cashin (June 3, 2017) really caught my eye on the topic of race because it puts into words how interracial relationships are plausibly the best thing that is happening to us at this moment in America. It conveys the fact that intimacy between whites and minorities are growing at a rate that would've been deemed taboo back in the day. With all of the toxic issues in the country today, interracial ties seem to be growing against all odds providing hope to a rather sullen population. It statistically shows that our country is growing through love and creating an optimistic future that doesn't portray a fully supremacist facade. Personally, this speaks to me because being an Indian minority comes with a stereotype that I'm not normally about. I don't have to be with an Indian man to fit in with the stereotype as a high school would expect. Who's to say I can't live happily ever after with a white man? This article provides hope for a future where we can break through the unspoken convention with love.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers"
Words have strength, don't give out words that can cause serious issues. Shown in "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers", words can be very effective to one's life. The article shows me this idea by at the beginning Ms. Carter encouraged Mr. Roy to be in a positive way and tell him that he's great and all which keeps Mr. Roy away from death. Later, when she thinks death may be the only solution that can saves him, she told him that“Hang yourself, jump off a building, stab yourself idk there’s a lot of ways.” which is very negative. Finally when Mr.Roy gets out of the truck because the carbon monoxide was working and was killing him, she told him to get back to the truck, this implies that sometimes friendship doesn't really exist. Although Ms.Carter was concern about what Mr.Roy thinks and him feeling, she doesn't made good decisions for him as a good friend should does. This article also interest me by showing that the texting we do everyday doesn't only help us to communicate also so solve problem like who is responsible for the event. In this case that Ms.Carter and Mr.Roy don't really meet each other everyday, texting connect them to each other. In my opinion, texting as being a communicator between them should also held responsible for the case since if they don't text, the amount of time they talk will be less and it will be less encouragement from Ms.Carter for Mr.Roy to suicide.
Words have strength, don't give out words that can cause serious issues. Shown in "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers", words can be very effective to one's life. The article shows me this idea by at the beginning Ms. Carter encouraged Mr. Roy to be in a positive way and tell him that he's great and all which keeps Mr. Roy away from death. Later, when she thinks death may be the only solution that can saves him, she told him that“Hang yourself, jump off a building, stab yourself idk there’s a lot of ways.” which is very negative. Finally when Mr.Roy gets out of the truck because the carbon monoxide was working and was killing him, she told him to get back to the truck, this implies that sometimes friendship doesn't really exist. Although Ms.Carter was concern about what Mr.Roy thinks and him feeling, she doesn't made good decisions for him as a good friend should does. This article also interest me by showing that the texting we do everyday doesn't only help us to communicate also so solve problem like who is responsible for the event. In this case that Ms.Carter and Mr.Roy don't really meet each other everyday, texting connect them to each other. In my opinion, texting as being a communicator between them should also held responsible for the case since if they don't text, the amount of time they talk will be less and it will be less encouragement from Ms.Carter for Mr.Roy to suicide.
The article titled “Do You Think Anxiety Is A Serious Problem Among Young People” by Shannon Doyne interested me the most this week because anxiety, nervousness, worries, apprehensiveness, pressure and depression fill up my mind whenever I hear the word presentation. I chose this particular article hoping there would be some tips on how to stop being anxious on certain situations. As for me, I do think anxiety is a serious problem. According to the article, “about 38 percent of girls ages 13 through 17, and 26 percent of boys, have anxiety disorder.” The article says how using social media can also lead to anxiety. The article also includes some tips on how to relieve anxiety. Overall I think it is a pretty useful article on anxiety and how to relieve it.
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"How Much Do You Know About Solving Global Warming?" By TATIANA SCHLOSSBERG
Global warming is one of those topics that no matter how much it is researched, and no matter how much you think you know, there will always be something new to learn about it. This is one of many reasons I found Tatiana Schlossberg's quiz so interesting. I found its format as an interactive quiz to be an effective way of allowing me to test my knowledge. It allowed me to more consciously challenge my previous ideas about the subject more directly than if I had simply read about it in an article format. I also found the quiz interesting because it taught me new things about Global Warming I had never before considered. For example, it taught me that managing refrigerants, the chemicals used in refrigerators and air conditioners, could be the most effective way of slowing Global Warming. By challenging my previous knowledge, giving me new information, and allowing me to test myself, this quiz kept me interested and helped me to learn. For these reasons, it was the most interesting thing to me in the Times this week.
Global warming is one of those topics that no matter how much it is researched, and no matter how much you think you know, there will always be something new to learn about it. This is one of many reasons I found Tatiana Schlossberg's quiz so interesting. I found its format as an interactive quiz to be an effective way of allowing me to test my knowledge. It allowed me to more consciously challenge my previous ideas about the subject more directly than if I had simply read about it in an article format. I also found the quiz interesting because it taught me new things about Global Warming I had never before considered. For example, it taught me that managing refrigerants, the chemicals used in refrigerators and air conditioners, could be the most effective way of slowing Global Warming. By challenging my previous knowledge, giving me new information, and allowing me to test myself, this quiz kept me interested and helped me to learn. For these reasons, it was the most interesting thing to me in the Times this week.
"A 12-Year-Old Came Out to Her Mormon Church. Then Her Mike Was Cut Off." By: Jacey Fortin
As a 15-year-old girl living in the Middle East, seeing homophobic events such as these take place always enrages me. What really festers the matter is that I didn't have an outlet to opine my thoughts on these issues - until I discovered social media, and now, the Summer Reading Contest. I'm glad that the writer of the article remained unbiased. It included statements from people within Savannah's community both supporting and disagreeing with her choice to come out as a lesbian to her church. When it comes to controversial topics such as gay marriage, people are avidly either with or against it; it is a binary topic. Reading the article allowed me to remain clear headed and think the matter through. Every society, no matter its origin, is often immutable because it is secured by traditions and religion. Yet, this girl took an audacious stand in public and felt zero shame for it. Living in a provincial country, I feel that there is no hope for progress in our future. But then, I see that there are people such as Savannah, who take a stand for what they believe is right, regardless of the outcome. They are a symbol of hope, and they are role models for others who are struggling to speak the same words. Savannah encouraged me to write this, to express my full support for LGBT rights. Thank you to the Savannahs who move mountains by making simple acts such as these. You are our future.
As a 15-year-old girl living in the Middle East, seeing homophobic events such as these take place always enrages me. What really festers the matter is that I didn't have an outlet to opine my thoughts on these issues - until I discovered social media, and now, the Summer Reading Contest. I'm glad that the writer of the article remained unbiased. It included statements from people within Savannah's community both supporting and disagreeing with her choice to come out as a lesbian to her church. When it comes to controversial topics such as gay marriage, people are avidly either with or against it; it is a binary topic. Reading the article allowed me to remain clear headed and think the matter through. Every society, no matter its origin, is often immutable because it is secured by traditions and religion. Yet, this girl took an audacious stand in public and felt zero shame for it. Living in a provincial country, I feel that there is no hope for progress in our future. But then, I see that there are people such as Savannah, who take a stand for what they believe is right, regardless of the outcome. They are a symbol of hope, and they are role models for others who are struggling to speak the same words. Savannah encouraged me to write this, to express my full support for LGBT rights. Thank you to the Savannahs who move mountains by making simple acts such as these. You are our future.
"Where Did ‘We the People’ Go?"
Whereas in the past party lines traced ideological differences, today they etch out two completely distinct realms. Importantly— as the Op-Ed notes— these two disparate realms no longer share a common conception of the truth.
Facts— by their very definition— are indisputable. So when we choose to conform facts to our political views, we destroy objectivity and sacrifice rationality— and become instruments of our emotions.
Many paint our current political climate in this light: after all, Trump’s victory lends credence to the political clout of anxiety and anger. The Op-Ed illustrates this by depicting the Trump administration as solely a formal authority and not a moral authority. Citing recent approval ratings, it appears that a large majority of Americans are inclined to agree.
Moreover, I found it worth noting that post-truth politics have hurt not only our trust in government authority, but voters from all walks. Trump’s own support base of working class whites will be hit especially hard by the new Republican-sponsored health-care bill and the rollback of environmental-protection measures.
Post-truth politics thwarts rational, objective decision-making. The importance of the truth— and nothing but the truth— must be emphasized: peruse only unbiased journalism and avoid sensationalizing assertions. The truth— painful as it may be— is the true salve to our current burgeoning political divisions.
Whereas in the past party lines traced ideological differences, today they etch out two completely distinct realms. Importantly— as the Op-Ed notes— these two disparate realms no longer share a common conception of the truth.
Facts— by their very definition— are indisputable. So when we choose to conform facts to our political views, we destroy objectivity and sacrifice rationality— and become instruments of our emotions.
Many paint our current political climate in this light: after all, Trump’s victory lends credence to the political clout of anxiety and anger. The Op-Ed illustrates this by depicting the Trump administration as solely a formal authority and not a moral authority. Citing recent approval ratings, it appears that a large majority of Americans are inclined to agree.
Moreover, I found it worth noting that post-truth politics have hurt not only our trust in government authority, but voters from all walks. Trump’s own support base of working class whites will be hit especially hard by the new Republican-sponsored health-care bill and the rollback of environmental-protection measures.
Post-truth politics thwarts rational, objective decision-making. The importance of the truth— and nothing but the truth— must be emphasized: peruse only unbiased journalism and avoid sensationalizing assertions. The truth— painful as it may be— is the true salve to our current burgeoning political divisions.
"He’s One of the Greatest Jazz Pianists. Here’s How Craig Taborn Does It.”
I’ll admit I’m not a very big fan of jazz music. However, this article, in particular, piqued my interest because its subject is an extraordinarily talented pianist who seeks no attention, but instead only aims to inspire others. Immediately, this mindset made me think of my sister, a pianist herself, who shares the exact attitude about her music as well. In reading the article, the parallels only began to multiply. Like Craig Taborn, she also prefers to keep a sense of solitude, agreeing to plans but never truly following through with them. In addition, Taborn prefers to perform on the side, as opposed to being the main attraction, an act, which my sister knows all too well. Both musicians use their work as a source of escape, sometimes even disappearing into the music. The article quotes Taborn: “...I am not doing anything when the music is truly being made. It isn’t really me doing it.” I can’t even begin to count how many times my sister has said something of the like, claiming that her fingers seem to develop a mind of their own, following where the music takes them. If it weren’t for my sister, this article would’ve just been another report on an artist that I had no connection with. However, seeing the similarities between the two pianists and being able to relate Craig Taborn’s career to my own life gave me a newfound appreciation for musicians who choose a love of music over a need for fame.
I’ll admit I’m not a very big fan of jazz music. However, this article, in particular, piqued my interest because its subject is an extraordinarily talented pianist who seeks no attention, but instead only aims to inspire others. Immediately, this mindset made me think of my sister, a pianist herself, who shares the exact attitude about her music as well. In reading the article, the parallels only began to multiply. Like Craig Taborn, she also prefers to keep a sense of solitude, agreeing to plans but never truly following through with them. In addition, Taborn prefers to perform on the side, as opposed to being the main attraction, an act, which my sister knows all too well. Both musicians use their work as a source of escape, sometimes even disappearing into the music. The article quotes Taborn: “...I am not doing anything when the music is truly being made. It isn’t really me doing it.” I can’t even begin to count how many times my sister has said something of the like, claiming that her fingers seem to develop a mind of their own, following where the music takes them. If it weren’t for my sister, this article would’ve just been another report on an artist that I had no connection with. However, seeing the similarities between the two pianists and being able to relate Craig Taborn’s career to my own life gave me a newfound appreciation for musicians who choose a love of music over a need for fame.
"America Made Me a Feminist"
This article gave insight on what its like to be a woman in another country and how they are treated (what seems to be normal to the citizens that inhabit the country). The writer has visited many places and described what it's like to be a woman in different countries. In Czechoslovakia, women are expected to come home after work and immediately be at their husband's disposal. In return, they are sometimes abused and ignored. In some ways, American women can relate to such demands. American women are expected to come home after work to cook and clean as well.
The writer was able to realize the differences in the way women were treated in different countries. I thought all women were treated the same and we needed change for all women around the world, but as I began to read the rest of the article I realize this may not be true. Women around the world know their place in society, but little did I know that role is different in many places. I had no idea women were the "rulers" of their country in Sweden and in France women are considered "dangerous objects". I think it's heartbreaking knowing that someone from another country has analyzed American women and believe they're bodies belong to everyone except themselves.
I'm not sure if i consider myself a feminist, I definitely believe in the rights of women but i don't know enough about the history of women to label myself a feminist.
This article gave insight on what its like to be a woman in another country and how they are treated (what seems to be normal to the citizens that inhabit the country). The writer has visited many places and described what it's like to be a woman in different countries. In Czechoslovakia, women are expected to come home after work and immediately be at their husband's disposal. In return, they are sometimes abused and ignored. In some ways, American women can relate to such demands. American women are expected to come home after work to cook and clean as well.
The writer was able to realize the differences in the way women were treated in different countries. I thought all women were treated the same and we needed change for all women around the world, but as I began to read the rest of the article I realize this may not be true. Women around the world know their place in society, but little did I know that role is different in many places. I had no idea women were the "rulers" of their country in Sweden and in France women are considered "dangerous objects". I think it's heartbreaking knowing that someone from another country has analyzed American women and believe they're bodies belong to everyone except themselves.
I'm not sure if i consider myself a feminist, I definitely believe in the rights of women but i don't know enough about the history of women to label myself a feminist.
"Is Chlorine in Swimming Pools Safe?" By: Karen Weintraub
I don't know about you, but swimming in a nice, cool, swimming pool is a childhood memory I am highly fond of. Even today, millions of people spend their summer days relaxing in the water. Maybe even too much. Everyone knows that urinating in the pool is not an uncommon thing to do, but Karen Weintraub brings an excellent point as to why you should listen to the adults on this one. Weintraub had brought together excellent sources explaining how chlorine reacts with the chemicals in urine. This creates a new compound of harmful chemicals, that can create a negative impact on humans. The Chlorine itself is not what causes irritation in the eyes, but its the compounds derived from the reaction with urine. Wait, there's more. It's not just the urine causing these reactions, it's also hair products and lotions that people use before entering the pool. This article is very informative on how to be safe from these compounds, and really altered my knowledge on who really is the culprit on my red eyes and fragrant hair after swimming in a public pool.
I don't know about you, but swimming in a nice, cool, swimming pool is a childhood memory I am highly fond of. Even today, millions of people spend their summer days relaxing in the water. Maybe even too much. Everyone knows that urinating in the pool is not an uncommon thing to do, but Karen Weintraub brings an excellent point as to why you should listen to the adults on this one. Weintraub had brought together excellent sources explaining how chlorine reacts with the chemicals in urine. This creates a new compound of harmful chemicals, that can create a negative impact on humans. The Chlorine itself is not what causes irritation in the eyes, but its the compounds derived from the reaction with urine. Wait, there's more. It's not just the urine causing these reactions, it's also hair products and lotions that people use before entering the pool. This article is very informative on how to be safe from these compounds, and really altered my knowledge on who really is the culprit on my red eyes and fragrant hair after swimming in a public pool.
At first, the title of the article I chose grabbed my attention as a shocking statement, as it most likely did with thousands of other readers. “Guilty Verdict for Young Woman Who Urged Friend to Kill Himself”? Besides being drawn to the article because of its upsetting implications, I chose it due to the similarities it shared with cases of cyberbullying, an act with which many of my friends have had horrible, first-hand experiences.
Whatever the case, whether Mrs. Carter deserved the verdict given to her by Judge Moniz, one thing is for certain; words can have a drastic, life-changing effect on others. Technology has allowed us to advance further into many areas of study, enabling people around the world to communicate and connect. We can use these words for good intentions, encouraging people or suggesting constructive criticism. On the other hand, we must be reminded that words, especially used for malevolence, can have a lasting, even irreversible, impact on others. Technology can serve as an open gateway for harmful words over long distances, especially in instances such as cyberbullying. In this case, a young woman was able to utilize technology to convince her friend, by word alone, to commit suicide. In reality, however, Mrs. Carter’s case is only one of many suicide cases wrought by the communication of harmful words through technology. This could be prevented if only we thought about the implications our words can hold before sending, posting, or saying anything.
Whatever the case, whether Mrs. Carter deserved the verdict given to her by Judge Moniz, one thing is for certain; words can have a drastic, life-changing effect on others. Technology has allowed us to advance further into many areas of study, enabling people around the world to communicate and connect. We can use these words for good intentions, encouraging people or suggesting constructive criticism. On the other hand, we must be reminded that words, especially used for malevolence, can have a lasting, even irreversible, impact on others. Technology can serve as an open gateway for harmful words over long distances, especially in instances such as cyberbullying. In this case, a young woman was able to utilize technology to convince her friend, by word alone, to commit suicide. In reality, however, Mrs. Carter’s case is only one of many suicide cases wrought by the communication of harmful words through technology. This could be prevented if only we thought about the implications our words can hold before sending, posting, or saying anything.
NASA’s Newest Class of Astronauts Is Ready to Hit the Pool by Kenneth Chang, June 12, 2017
I have always had the desire to travel into space, casually performing daily tasks in a spacecraft that is in an environment which only few have encountered. They will receive the opportunities to gain new knowledge and become brighter than the sun. They may be limited to food options to consume, so they may never be able to be full, like the moon on occasion. Although not currently possible, on the journey to discovering new planetary objects, the astronauts can sing Neptunes and maybe even read comet books! Alright, alright, it is time to put an end to these puns... which are out of this world! Okay, I will stop now.
It astounds me of how competitive it is to gain a position and title as a NASA astronaut; it must have been very difficult to winnow the list of candidates who have strong qualifications of being potential astronauts. The chosen ones must have been very space-cial! Sorry, space puns are hilarious; I bet you cannot even comet on that.
All in all, I believe it is a huge accomplishment to be designated as a NASA astronaut, considering the competitive applicants and limited space (no pun intended) in a class. I have not decided whether I want to become an astronaut one day, but for now I will sit back and enjoy life on Earth.
I have always had the desire to travel into space, casually performing daily tasks in a spacecraft that is in an environment which only few have encountered. They will receive the opportunities to gain new knowledge and become brighter than the sun. They may be limited to food options to consume, so they may never be able to be full, like the moon on occasion. Although not currently possible, on the journey to discovering new planetary objects, the astronauts can sing Neptunes and maybe even read comet books! Alright, alright, it is time to put an end to these puns... which are out of this world! Okay, I will stop now.
It astounds me of how competitive it is to gain a position and title as a NASA astronaut; it must have been very difficult to winnow the list of candidates who have strong qualifications of being potential astronauts. The chosen ones must have been very space-cial! Sorry, space puns are hilarious; I bet you cannot even comet on that.
All in all, I believe it is a huge accomplishment to be designated as a NASA astronaut, considering the competitive applicants and limited space (no pun intended) in a class. I have not decided whether I want to become an astronaut one day, but for now I will sit back and enjoy life on Earth.
"The Triumph of Wonder Woman"by Frank Bruni
I found this article to be very interesting and the author not afraid to speak his mind, even if it goes against the gender norms set by society. Gender equality has been a major issue for a long time, but recently, there has been much debate in the comic-to-movie world (mainly Marvel and DC) on why there have been so many male superhero films and yet there hasn't been a single female superhero film, until now.The character Wonder Woman was introduced in 1942, and yet her first feature film is only now coming out. Meanwhile, the first Superman comic was release just 4 years before Wonder Woman(1938) and yet, the first Superman feature film came out in 1978- almost a 40 years difference.
Not only is wonder woman herself as a character very interesting, but so are the women that were involved in the making of this movie. For one thing, The actress that plays Wonder Woman -Gal Gadot- is an amazing woman with an interesting past, most notably the fact that she served in the Israeli military. The movie was also directed by a woman -Patty Jenkins-. Not to mention all the other amazing women that were involved in this movie, ranging from wrestlers, to olympic athletes,and many more.
Overall, I think that Wonder Woman is amazing, the women that took part in it were amazing, and i was very thrilled to find out that Wonder woman proved to the world that a female superhero movie can do just as good if not better than a male superhero movie.
I found this article to be very interesting and the author not afraid to speak his mind, even if it goes against the gender norms set by society. Gender equality has been a major issue for a long time, but recently, there has been much debate in the comic-to-movie world (mainly Marvel and DC) on why there have been so many male superhero films and yet there hasn't been a single female superhero film, until now.The character Wonder Woman was introduced in 1942, and yet her first feature film is only now coming out. Meanwhile, the first Superman comic was release just 4 years before Wonder Woman(1938) and yet, the first Superman feature film came out in 1978- almost a 40 years difference.
Not only is wonder woman herself as a character very interesting, but so are the women that were involved in the making of this movie. For one thing, The actress that plays Wonder Woman -Gal Gadot- is an amazing woman with an interesting past, most notably the fact that she served in the Israeli military. The movie was also directed by a woman -Patty Jenkins-. Not to mention all the other amazing women that were involved in this movie, ranging from wrestlers, to olympic athletes,and many more.
Overall, I think that Wonder Woman is amazing, the women that took part in it were amazing, and i was very thrilled to find out that Wonder woman proved to the world that a female superhero movie can do just as good if not better than a male superhero movie.
"Otto Warmbier, American Student Released from North Korea dies"
Recently, the death of American Otto Warmbier, who was released from North Korea after 17 months of imprisonment, has shocked the whole world. When I first heard the news, I felt deep sympathy for him and his parents. As a South Korean, it was not surprising to hear stories about the travelers being imprisoned because of the “hostility” they had shown while they were in North Korea. But these “hostilities” tend to be nothing too serious from the foreigners’ perspectives. During the past years, I have heard that some travelers were detained for not being able to keep up in the line while traveling. And I believe how Mr. Warmbier was caught for taking the propaganda poster for a souvenir, was nothing too different from what the North Koreans consider as a “hostility”.
I’m not trying to disrespect the rules that North Korea has, but it still questioned me whether it was completely justifiable for them to treat Mr. Warmbier in such a way. Instead of sentencing him to years of harsh labor, they could have clearly explained why his action was wrong and let him go. I personally think North Korea didn’t have a right to peremptorily punish him severely without their country's consent. And even as a human being, their behaviors were unjustifiable. All in all, this article made me realize how brutal human beings can be depending on one's perspective. I sincerely hope that there won't be any more victims like Mr. Warmbier.
Recently, the death of American Otto Warmbier, who was released from North Korea after 17 months of imprisonment, has shocked the whole world. When I first heard the news, I felt deep sympathy for him and his parents. As a South Korean, it was not surprising to hear stories about the travelers being imprisoned because of the “hostility” they had shown while they were in North Korea. But these “hostilities” tend to be nothing too serious from the foreigners’ perspectives. During the past years, I have heard that some travelers were detained for not being able to keep up in the line while traveling. And I believe how Mr. Warmbier was caught for taking the propaganda poster for a souvenir, was nothing too different from what the North Koreans consider as a “hostility”.
I’m not trying to disrespect the rules that North Korea has, but it still questioned me whether it was completely justifiable for them to treat Mr. Warmbier in such a way. Instead of sentencing him to years of harsh labor, they could have clearly explained why his action was wrong and let him go. I personally think North Korea didn’t have a right to peremptorily punish him severely without their country's consent. And even as a human being, their behaviors were unjustifiable. All in all, this article made me realize how brutal human beings can be depending on one's perspective. I sincerely hope that there won't be any more victims like Mr. Warmbier.
When I clicked on “Journalist’s Notebook: Into the Battle of Mosul, Armed With a Camera,” I expected yet another heartbreaking article about the ongoing battle for the Iraqi city of Mosul. Instead, the first paragraph describes how the men of the Iraqi Emergency Response Division prepared their fish. After some contemplation, I realized why the journalist included this seemingly insignificant tidbit of information.
Too often, we hear about another ISIS bombing in Iraq and shrug off this news, having become so desensitized to the brutality of the Middle East. We—my friends, family, and associates—forget that every bombing, every shootout, every stabbing affects a network of people who personally know the victim. We continue with our lives, pointedly ignoring the grief of wailing mothers and children half a world away.
The people of Iraq have aspirations. Major Sajjad al-Hour, the person leading the Emergency Response Division, wants to continue to protect the citizens of his country by continuing the fight against ISIS. Other people want to grow up to become architects or engineers. Some people in Iraq just want to go home, but all that remains of home is rubble and ruin. So it is important to note the fish that the soldiers eat, for the Iraqi people have a special way of cooking their fish. The fish is grilled, and “doused in spices,” in the middle of a war-torn city in a war-torn country that desperately wants an end to war.
Too often, we hear about another ISIS bombing in Iraq and shrug off this news, having become so desensitized to the brutality of the Middle East. We—my friends, family, and associates—forget that every bombing, every shootout, every stabbing affects a network of people who personally know the victim. We continue with our lives, pointedly ignoring the grief of wailing mothers and children half a world away.
The people of Iraq have aspirations. Major Sajjad al-Hour, the person leading the Emergency Response Division, wants to continue to protect the citizens of his country by continuing the fight against ISIS. Other people want to grow up to become architects or engineers. Some people in Iraq just want to go home, but all that remains of home is rubble and ruin. So it is important to note the fish that the soldiers eat, for the Iraqi people have a special way of cooking their fish. The fish is grilled, and “doused in spices,” in the middle of a war-torn city in a war-torn country that desperately wants an end to war.
“Defying Trump, Hawaii Becomes First State to Pass Law Committing to Paris Climate Accord”
URL- https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/07/climate/hawaii-climate-paris-trump.html
Every summer, the weather seems to get hotter and hotter. I would often feel the sweltering heat blazing against my back when I was outside. Just weeks ago, the president announced that our country would be leaving the Paris Climate Accord, leaving the responsibility to 195 other countries to not just help stop rising temperatures in their countries, but also in ours. But as I read that Hawaii was committing to the Paris Climate Accord, my heart fluttered with a glimmer of hope. I regained some hope.
Hawaii recently pledged to help slow climate change in their state. Their contributions give me hope that despite the federal government’s stance on climate change, there are local governments willing to contribute towards stopping climate change. When I was a child I would often read books on animals that were becoming extinct. I would feel remorse for the animals that had lost their homes due to rising temperatures on Earth. I would feel concern not just for myself, but also for every living animal and person around the world.
These leaders of our state and local governments give a lot of inspiration for me. Every country can and should work together on helping make OUR world better not just for ourselves, but for our children. We all share a burden of responsibility to fight climate change for Earth.
I love to travel all over the world, and this article, "Too Hot to Fly? Climate Change May Take a Toll on Air Travel" by Zach Wichter has really interested me. My family and I have traveled to multiple countries and continents to learn about different cultures, traditions, and ways of life. Not being able to travel and learn about these different cultures would put a huge dent in not only my education, but other children's exposure to other cultures as well. Climate change has been put on the back burner by so many people and governments for so long, and I think it is a very important cause that needs to be addressed. Flying out planes is such a little part of what climate change has done, but it has also effected hundreds of other living species who have to adapt to new environments because the human population hasn't done anything to help climate change. This article not only made me sad that flights had to be cancelled because of climate change, but it more importantly made me realize that climate change is getting a lot worse and nothing major is getting done about it.
“Prodigy of Mobb Deep Dies at 42; Forged Sound of New York Rap”
Article-https://goo.gl/zD1kC8
Currently, society is forming their lives around music, whether they like punk rock or jazz, music is a generic piece of art that is spread virtually throughout the world. One big uprising of music genre is rap. Rap is can be speaking for what's right for you, your life story, speaking your opinion, and so much more! When someone finds what they speak for, it is very important for everyone to tune into the fast lyrics and decide if they agree with their opinion, for the rappers, known as the Mobb Deep, many people agreed with their opinion. Mobb deep is a two person rapping group and sadly, 1 of the 2 rappers passed away. The rapper who passed way was known as Prodigy, who suffered from sickle cell anemia, which causes their red blood cells to break down and it disables them to fight infections as well, and although the cause of death is still unconfirmed, he influenced the entire new york city to follow his opinion on minorities.
My opinion is that for those who think that Prodigy was not being smart for being in the crossfire off bacteria with his disease, I personally believe that he was getting himself out there to show his opinion instead of locking himself up in a house to put his life to waste. All in all, Prodigy had a huge influence on modern day rap in New York City, and he changed people's opinions on our society.
Article-https://goo.gl/zD1kC8
Currently, society is forming their lives around music, whether they like punk rock or jazz, music is a generic piece of art that is spread virtually throughout the world. One big uprising of music genre is rap. Rap is can be speaking for what's right for you, your life story, speaking your opinion, and so much more! When someone finds what they speak for, it is very important for everyone to tune into the fast lyrics and decide if they agree with their opinion, for the rappers, known as the Mobb Deep, many people agreed with their opinion. Mobb deep is a two person rapping group and sadly, 1 of the 2 rappers passed away. The rapper who passed way was known as Prodigy, who suffered from sickle cell anemia, which causes their red blood cells to break down and it disables them to fight infections as well, and although the cause of death is still unconfirmed, he influenced the entire new york city to follow his opinion on minorities.
My opinion is that for those who think that Prodigy was not being smart for being in the crossfire off bacteria with his disease, I personally believe that he was getting himself out there to show his opinion instead of locking himself up in a house to put his life to waste. All in all, Prodigy had a huge influence on modern day rap in New York City, and he changed people's opinions on our society.
"Steve Scalise Among 4 Shot at Baseball Field; Suspect Is Dead"
I would definitely prefer another President other than Trump to lead our nation but there's nothing I can do about that. I must admit, when my family found out Trump was going to be president, we were pretty upset. We found him to be rude and unfiltered after all the things he has said about Hispanics and other cultures. I knew other people were going to be upset as well but I never thought it would resort to such violence, causing someone's life to be lost and leave some people in critical condition. In the article it stated that the shooter, James T. Hodgkinson, had signed an online petition for Trump to be impeached. The petition should have been the only action he chose to partake in but instead he decided to shoot 4 people at a Republican Baseball practice and in the process get killed himself. It's very unfortunate he had to lose his life for something that never had to happen.
The article said the annual baseball charity game is still scheduled to take place which is a good idea in showing the people they are still strong after what went down at the baseball field. Steve Scalise was in critical condition when this articles was published but is now labeled in 'fair' condition after a week of treatment. As much as Trump frustrates the american people and makes decisions that some may not agree with, it is never an excuse to decide to take violent actions.
I would definitely prefer another President other than Trump to lead our nation but there's nothing I can do about that. I must admit, when my family found out Trump was going to be president, we were pretty upset. We found him to be rude and unfiltered after all the things he has said about Hispanics and other cultures. I knew other people were going to be upset as well but I never thought it would resort to such violence, causing someone's life to be lost and leave some people in critical condition. In the article it stated that the shooter, James T. Hodgkinson, had signed an online petition for Trump to be impeached. The petition should have been the only action he chose to partake in but instead he decided to shoot 4 people at a Republican Baseball practice and in the process get killed himself. It's very unfortunate he had to lose his life for something that never had to happen.
The article said the annual baseball charity game is still scheduled to take place which is a good idea in showing the people they are still strong after what went down at the baseball field. Steve Scalise was in critical condition when this articles was published but is now labeled in 'fair' condition after a week of treatment. As much as Trump frustrates the american people and makes decisions that some may not agree with, it is never an excuse to decide to take violent actions.
“95-Degree Days: How Extreme Heat Could Spread Across the World” by Brad Plumer and Nadja Popovich
Global warming is becoming more and more of an issue as temperatures are gradually increasing each year. Many people either do not realize, or do not care enough to take action. When we think of hot temperatures, we think of just another beautiful day to spend outside, but in reality, the heat is doing damage to our daily lives. This article draws attention to the affects that global warming will have in the next century if nations do not take action. The number of days with 95-degree weather will greatly increase worldwide, which will lead to an increase in the risk of heat deaths, and an increase in energy usage. It is important for people to take action to slow down, or even prevent these increasing temperatures. Instead of continuing to use nonrenewable resources as energy (even though it is cheaper), we need to use more renewable resources because they are a cleaner alternative and will help in limiting the mass emissions of greenhouse gases. Then, as less nonrenewable energy is used, it will become more expensive, and the renewable energy will be less expensive, making it easier for everyone to use it instead of polluting the Earth and raising global temperatures from the nonrenewable energy.
Global warming is becoming more and more of an issue as temperatures are gradually increasing each year. Many people either do not realize, or do not care enough to take action. When we think of hot temperatures, we think of just another beautiful day to spend outside, but in reality, the heat is doing damage to our daily lives. This article draws attention to the affects that global warming will have in the next century if nations do not take action. The number of days with 95-degree weather will greatly increase worldwide, which will lead to an increase in the risk of heat deaths, and an increase in energy usage. It is important for people to take action to slow down, or even prevent these increasing temperatures. Instead of continuing to use nonrenewable resources as energy (even though it is cheaper), we need to use more renewable resources because they are a cleaner alternative and will help in limiting the mass emissions of greenhouse gases. Then, as less nonrenewable energy is used, it will become more expensive, and the renewable energy will be less expensive, making it easier for everyone to use it instead of polluting the Earth and raising global temperatures from the nonrenewable energy.
Gender equality is a topic that needs more attention and is very important to me. This is why the article "The Triumph of 'Wonder Woman'" by Frank Bruni interested me most this week. The film stars Gal Gadot, who plays a strong, independent woman and warrior. It illustrates that a woman can be powerful, courageous, tough, and determined. Diana, also known as Wonder Woman, lives on an island with only women. When she leaves her home to fight in World War I, she is astounded by the way women are treated and their minimal role in society. This brings light to gender inequality and shows how women feel when they are seen below men. The movie also challenges the male dominated directing profession. It had the best debut ever for a film directed by a female director, Patty Jenkins. The ultimate purpose of this movie is to show that a female dominated production, including a female director and female main characters, can be impressive and successful.
"95-Degree Days: How Extreme Heat Could Spread Across the World" by Brad Plumer and Nadja Popovich
This article has caught my attention and interest because for someone that lives in a country that experiences summer for at least half a year it is surprising that 95 degrees Fahrenheit is considered "extreme heat". Through reading this article, I am able to really see and feel how varied perspectives can be. While reading the article, I found myself confused and amused at the fact that the article is able to convey such a passionate tone about the temperature reaching 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Firstly, I was confused at why 95 degrees Fahrenheit was considered extreme heat and then amused at how 95 degrees Fahrenheit, a weather that I often experience, can cause so much damage and effect to people living in different regions. That has made me realize how much I do not understand and is ignorant about. I am very well one of the people that understand the seriousness and horrible consequences of global warming but because I have not experienced the extremes and the effects of it, I often disregard it and ends up forgetting about it, although it was unintentional. Therefore, when co-director of the Climate Impact Lab Trevor Houser stated "that people will be better able to adapt if they have a better idea of what individual cities and regions can expect," I completely agree with it and can see it through my experiences.
This article has caught my attention and interest because for someone that lives in a country that experiences summer for at least half a year it is surprising that 95 degrees Fahrenheit is considered "extreme heat". Through reading this article, I am able to really see and feel how varied perspectives can be. While reading the article, I found myself confused and amused at the fact that the article is able to convey such a passionate tone about the temperature reaching 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Firstly, I was confused at why 95 degrees Fahrenheit was considered extreme heat and then amused at how 95 degrees Fahrenheit, a weather that I often experience, can cause so much damage and effect to people living in different regions. That has made me realize how much I do not understand and is ignorant about. I am very well one of the people that understand the seriousness and horrible consequences of global warming but because I have not experienced the extremes and the effects of it, I often disregard it and ends up forgetting about it, although it was unintentional. Therefore, when co-director of the Climate Impact Lab Trevor Houser stated "that people will be better able to adapt if they have a better idea of what individual cities and regions can expect," I completely agree with it and can see it through my experiences.
Trump Will Withdraw U.S. From Paris Climate Agreement
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/01/climate/trump-paris-climate-agreement...
The United States of America, one of the global superpowers of the world has always made decisions that have impacted our planet. Yet, their decisions to withdraw from the Paris Agreement,an agreement that combated climate change and other related problems has had a huge impact to the world. President Trump’s provocative statement has brought the world to its attention, and it is of great interest to me as it concerns an issue that is worldwide. What is more baffling is that all other world leaders are convening to solve this issue, here comes the President who says that he is pulling out of this accord. To me, the withdrawal of this deal is a rebuke to the world community. It is an act that is motivated by self interest in favor of boosting the American economy at the expense of less developed countries who have to bear the brunt of the results of climate change. President Trump goes to the extent saying,"I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh,not Paris”. The rest of the leaders of developed nations should urge the POTUS to give consideration to the sad plight of less developed countries who suffer due to climate change. Elon Musk says,“Climate change is real.Leaving Paris is not good.” Therefore I would like to urge the rest of the world leaders to continue and renegotiate with the US so as to make our world a better place.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/01/climate/trump-paris-climate-agreement...
The United States of America, one of the global superpowers of the world has always made decisions that have impacted our planet. Yet, their decisions to withdraw from the Paris Agreement,an agreement that combated climate change and other related problems has had a huge impact to the world. President Trump’s provocative statement has brought the world to its attention, and it is of great interest to me as it concerns an issue that is worldwide. What is more baffling is that all other world leaders are convening to solve this issue, here comes the President who says that he is pulling out of this accord. To me, the withdrawal of this deal is a rebuke to the world community. It is an act that is motivated by self interest in favor of boosting the American economy at the expense of less developed countries who have to bear the brunt of the results of climate change. President Trump goes to the extent saying,"I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh,not Paris”. The rest of the leaders of developed nations should urge the POTUS to give consideration to the sad plight of less developed countries who suffer due to climate change. Elon Musk says,“Climate change is real.Leaving Paris is not good.” Therefore I would like to urge the rest of the world leaders to continue and renegotiate with the US so as to make our world a better place.
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"Senate Leaders Unveil Bill to Repeal the Affordable Care Act" by Robert Pear and Thomas Kaplan. This article interested me in the fact that the Bill that the Republicans want to pass will alter so many peoples lives. In this bill that the Republicans in Congress want to pass it takes away Medicaid and emergency healthcare which impacts low income families the most. Which will cause the poverty rate to rise.
What is appalling to me is the fact that some Republican leaders are so focused on repealing Obamacare (Affordable Care Act) instead really looking at what will be the outcome of this Bill. The question is : Why so fast? Why do the Republicans want to get the Bill passed so quickly after their setback in earlier in the year. It takes time and the fact that they are rushing to get this passed without looking at the problems that will come with the passing of this secret bill will affect at least 23 million people. That is 23 million people with no Healthcare and no access to the basic necessities that people need to survive.
All people want from all members of Congress is for everyone to have healthcare and to be able to take yearly or monthly doctoral visits and if an emergency comes up for there to be no worry that hospital bills will become so much of a burden. All the American people want is to have healthcare the benefits all and even though the Affordable Care Act has it faults it is important that we find a plan that will help all people.
What is appalling to me is the fact that some Republican leaders are so focused on repealing Obamacare (Affordable Care Act) instead really looking at what will be the outcome of this Bill. The question is : Why so fast? Why do the Republicans want to get the Bill passed so quickly after their setback in earlier in the year. It takes time and the fact that they are rushing to get this passed without looking at the problems that will come with the passing of this secret bill will affect at least 23 million people. That is 23 million people with no Healthcare and no access to the basic necessities that people need to survive.
All people want from all members of Congress is for everyone to have healthcare and to be able to take yearly or monthly doctoral visits and if an emergency comes up for there to be no worry that hospital bills will become so much of a burden. All the American people want is to have healthcare the benefits all and even though the Affordable Care Act has it faults it is important that we find a plan that will help all people.
As a high school student, I have heard many jokes about rape and sexual assault. When I express that this topic is far from humorous, people will make excuses that everyone has a different sense of humor, and they can't help it if they thinks it's funny. As someone who has seen what this traumatic experience can do to a person, I could never find this funny. After seeing how someone very close to me dealt with this, I have become more interested in how mistreated this situation can be. The article "Where Are the Rape-Kit Nurses?" by Brittany Bronson, left me utterly speechless and appalled. I couldn't believe that a city with over two million people in it, and a high rate of domestic violence had only two nurses qualified to perform a rape kit. With about 8,000 untested rape kits and 50-80 examinations a month, it's outrageous that Las Vegas is not doing more to protect their people. Rape is serious, and should not be taken lightly or brushed aside. This article opened my eyes to the reality of how unimportant this topic is seen by many people, a lot of these people are ones that can decide how a state deals with incidents of rape and sexual assault. I hope to see progress in the movement to make rape known and implement how victims are effected with something serious.
"In Defense of Cultural Appropriation" by Kenan Malik
In a perfect world, culture would be shared and cherished and we would all be able to do, wear, and say, whatever we want. However, we live in a world where white people have, and have always had, power. White people have always had a say in who does what, how they do it and when it’s done. But the rich culture of racial communities has been one place white people haven’t touched.
This article fails to address the hypocrisy in cultural appropriation; the fact that the same girl who wears a bindi in her profile picture complains of Indians invading “her” town. The fact that the same boy who wears cornrows stays silent when a black kid is shot for walking down the street. Cultural hairstyles and dress are more than just fashionable or fun; they are symbols of overcome struggles. Struggles that white people have never had to deal with.
The article also talks about how Elvis was given credit for doing much of the same things as Chuck Berry, but does not mention how still, to this day, white people are using things from black culture and reaping the rewards. This problem has lasted decades, and this form of cultural appropriation isn’t a new, made-up problem for millennials to be upset about. It hasn’t been okay, ever. It’s just that, now, people of color have the voice, and platform, we’ve been denied for centuries.
In a perfect world, culture would be shared and cherished and we would all be able to do, wear, and say, whatever we want. However, we live in a world where white people have, and have always had, power. White people have always had a say in who does what, how they do it and when it’s done. But the rich culture of racial communities has been one place white people haven’t touched.
This article fails to address the hypocrisy in cultural appropriation; the fact that the same girl who wears a bindi in her profile picture complains of Indians invading “her” town. The fact that the same boy who wears cornrows stays silent when a black kid is shot for walking down the street. Cultural hairstyles and dress are more than just fashionable or fun; they are symbols of overcome struggles. Struggles that white people have never had to deal with.
The article also talks about how Elvis was given credit for doing much of the same things as Chuck Berry, but does not mention how still, to this day, white people are using things from black culture and reaping the rewards. This problem has lasted decades, and this form of cultural appropriation isn’t a new, made-up problem for millennials to be upset about. It hasn’t been okay, ever. It’s just that, now, people of color have the voice, and platform, we’ve been denied for centuries.
“No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India” by Ellen Barry
Since I was young, I was taught that South Korea and India are two countries that are making a brilliant figure in IT (Information Technology) field. The most common thing that I have heard about them is they have highly developed technologies of making IT devices such as computers and phones. The reason I found this article so interesting is because it overthrew my stereotype: the internet must be already popularized to a great extent. Ms. Ellen writes about an anecdote of the Indian family living in a rural place that has recently started to enjoy Internet service and Googling. Mr. Neti, the patriarch, is wary of everything that is related to IT, therefore, he thinks the people who are browsing on the internet is seeing that they should not see. The writer points out that this anecdote is interesting because although she also admits that India has a merit in IT, the rural areas are not provided with the internet service. To me, this small, but big ironic anecdote came to me with a not inconsiderable shock to me because my little faith in the country just has broken by that family. Personally, reading this article has allowed me to recognize that the things that I have told or learned are not 100% fact and I hope that this new awareness will allow me to recognize more interesting facts.
Since I was young, I was taught that South Korea and India are two countries that are making a brilliant figure in IT (Information Technology) field. The most common thing that I have heard about them is they have highly developed technologies of making IT devices such as computers and phones. The reason I found this article so interesting is because it overthrew my stereotype: the internet must be already popularized to a great extent. Ms. Ellen writes about an anecdote of the Indian family living in a rural place that has recently started to enjoy Internet service and Googling. Mr. Neti, the patriarch, is wary of everything that is related to IT, therefore, he thinks the people who are browsing on the internet is seeing that they should not see. The writer points out that this anecdote is interesting because although she also admits that India has a merit in IT, the rural areas are not provided with the internet service. To me, this small, but big ironic anecdote came to me with a not inconsiderable shock to me because my little faith in the country just has broken by that family. Personally, reading this article has allowed me to recognize that the things that I have told or learned are not 100% fact and I hope that this new awareness will allow me to recognize more interesting facts.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/13/sports/golden-state-warriors-win-nba-...
There have always been NBA teams a step above the rest. Magic Johnson's Lakers in the eighties, Michael Jordan's Bulls in the nineties, and the Kobe/Shaq Lakers of the early millennium. Now, it seems like you can add Kevin Durant's Golden State Warriors to that list. As a fan of the game of basketball, the way Golden State plays is possibly the most beautiful form of the game ever played. It's team-oriented, it's fast-paced, it's built around shooting, and it's absolutely mesmerizing to watch in real time.
As a fan of the NBA, however, it does create a huge problem. Four of Golden State's starting five this year were not only NBA All-Stars, but they're all under 30 years old. They seem bound to dominate the league for years to come. They beat the entire Western Conference, and they only lost one game to the Cavaliers, and even THAT was a once-in-a-lifetime performance.
Basically, the NBA is at a standstill. LeBron's team will continue to come out of the East, and the Warriors will continue to come out of the West. I just can't see a scenario where the Warriors lose to the Cavaliers from here on out. And for LeBron, a man actively chasing 'the ghost' of Michael Jordan, his legacy is about to be massively affected. To quote Kobe Bryant from one of his short films (who quoted Shakespeare), "[h]eavy is the head that wears the crown. Long live the King."
There have always been NBA teams a step above the rest. Magic Johnson's Lakers in the eighties, Michael Jordan's Bulls in the nineties, and the Kobe/Shaq Lakers of the early millennium. Now, it seems like you can add Kevin Durant's Golden State Warriors to that list. As a fan of the game of basketball, the way Golden State plays is possibly the most beautiful form of the game ever played. It's team-oriented, it's fast-paced, it's built around shooting, and it's absolutely mesmerizing to watch in real time.
As a fan of the NBA, however, it does create a huge problem. Four of Golden State's starting five this year were not only NBA All-Stars, but they're all under 30 years old. They seem bound to dominate the league for years to come. They beat the entire Western Conference, and they only lost one game to the Cavaliers, and even THAT was a once-in-a-lifetime performance.
Basically, the NBA is at a standstill. LeBron's team will continue to come out of the East, and the Warriors will continue to come out of the West. I just can't see a scenario where the Warriors lose to the Cavaliers from here on out. And for LeBron, a man actively chasing 'the ghost' of Michael Jordan, his legacy is about to be massively affected. To quote Kobe Bryant from one of his short films (who quoted Shakespeare), "[h]eavy is the head that wears the crown. Long live the King."
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What interested me this week in the New York Times was an article titled 'What About the Terrorism of the Far Right?'. This article discussed how the terrorists that seem to be growing more powerful lately are not the terrorists we usually think of first. This article did not discuss the terrorism threats posed by foreign groups, but instead shined light on the type of terrorism seen much more often in our country that falls under the category of far right extremists.
This article mentioned a statistic that surprised me. In America, 73 percent of deadly terrorist attacks since 9/11 were made by groups of white supremacist, anti-government, and neo-Nazi extremists. This is astounding to me because the way that multiple news outlets talk about terrorism today, many would be falsely led to believe that Muslims are to blame.
For many, it is much easier to place blame and mark people foreign to us as a dangerous threat than it is to face the fact that it is people already inside of our country spreading hate speech that are the biggest threat.
When we divide ourselves in this way, the far right extremists only grow stronger. This article interested me because it's a rare piece of writing where muslims aren't painted as the bad guys. Instead, the blame is placed on the people that are encouraging this hatred and division and I believe that they are truly the ones to blame.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/opinion/finsbury-park-terrorist-attac...
This article mentioned a statistic that surprised me. In America, 73 percent of deadly terrorist attacks since 9/11 were made by groups of white supremacist, anti-government, and neo-Nazi extremists. This is astounding to me because the way that multiple news outlets talk about terrorism today, many would be falsely led to believe that Muslims are to blame.
For many, it is much easier to place blame and mark people foreign to us as a dangerous threat than it is to face the fact that it is people already inside of our country spreading hate speech that are the biggest threat.
When we divide ourselves in this way, the far right extremists only grow stronger. This article interested me because it's a rare piece of writing where muslims aren't painted as the bad guys. Instead, the blame is placed on the people that are encouraging this hatred and division and I believe that they are truly the ones to blame.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/opinion/finsbury-park-terrorist-attac...
When considering artificial intelligence, people typically imagine sci-fi machines that seek the destruction of all humans on Earth. Yet a more subtle threat to mankind is presented in Reuters’ article “Apple's Cook Tells MIT Graduates: Temper Technology With Humanity” where Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, shares his concern that the rise of technological mindsets may diminish unifying values like empathy and conflict society. As a computer enthusiast, I found my interest piqued by this new perspective. The idea that developing technology could cause humans to begin thinking like machines fascinates me, and now it strikes me how likely the scenario is. After all, programmers and computer scientists must envision how software will ‘think’ and function, and over time they may develop a habit of reasoning with similar logic. As the field of technology expands, more and more people may be affected until all of society is encompassed. What also captured my attention was this idea applied to artificial intelligence. In a world where computers may become equal to humans, the same process may occur, and humans could be dehumanized by their own creations. To prevent this, innovators must carefully craft technology to be more humanlike in nature. I will remember that when I am a computer scientist one day. In the meantime, such lessons could inspire more science fiction novels. However, if left to their devices, pieces of technology and their effects may not fiction anymore.
"Congress Steps Up on Foreign Policy" by The Editorial Board.
That article interested me this most this week, because it's a clear cut example of Congress going over the President in support American interests. This has been a common theme since Mr. Trump took office. Congress has been doing this for a variety of issues, and foreign policy is only the latest one. For example, President Trump wanted Congress to take up his border wall initiative, but the Congress simply ignored his request and moved on with the budget without plans for building the wall. Now they're doing this for foreign policy. President Trump made it a cornerstone of his campaign that he wanted to stand up for US interests, if that meant labeling China a currency manipulator or possibly even leaving NATO. Congress rightly saw how those ideas were detrimental to US and sought to smooth things over with our disgruntled allies. The Senate unanimously voted to re-confirm the United States' support for the mutual defense clause, Article 5, of NATO. And some Congresspeople have taken it upon themselves to personally visit many foreign leaders and smooth over any tension that might've been aroused with the new president and his policies. All in all, this article peaked my interest and I hope to learn more about this in another article from the The Times.
That article interested me this most this week, because it's a clear cut example of Congress going over the President in support American interests. This has been a common theme since Mr. Trump took office. Congress has been doing this for a variety of issues, and foreign policy is only the latest one. For example, President Trump wanted Congress to take up his border wall initiative, but the Congress simply ignored his request and moved on with the budget without plans for building the wall. Now they're doing this for foreign policy. President Trump made it a cornerstone of his campaign that he wanted to stand up for US interests, if that meant labeling China a currency manipulator or possibly even leaving NATO. Congress rightly saw how those ideas were detrimental to US and sought to smooth things over with our disgruntled allies. The Senate unanimously voted to re-confirm the United States' support for the mutual defense clause, Article 5, of NATO. And some Congresspeople have taken it upon themselves to personally visit many foreign leaders and smooth over any tension that might've been aroused with the new president and his policies. All in all, this article peaked my interest and I hope to learn more about this in another article from the The Times.
"No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India”
As a teenager living in New York today, I simply can't imagine life without technology. Everywhere I go, my iPhone comes with me. This means that no matter where I am, I always have access to the internet. In seconds, I can have any information I desire, whether it be something important such as directions, or something trivial such as song lyrics. In my society, it is not unusual to see people’s eyes glued to their handheld devices. It is mind boggling to think that just across the globe, the internet isn’t considered a staple as it is in our lives.
The internet is amazing; That is, of course, when it is used for the betterment of society. For instance, using the internet to gain knowledge of history is an efficient way to learn about the past. There is more information than we could ever imagine at the click of a button. However, every good thing has negative aspects. In this article, the inequality for women in India viewed within the use of the internet and technology in general is appalling. Not trusting women with the use of the internet puts the women at a great disadvantage to men. In reality, technology can be misused by anyone, male or female. As a young woman, the internet is a very important tool that I use on a daily basis in order to gain worldly knowledge, such as reading the New York Times. When used properly, the internet and technology are key tools to aid success.
As a teenager living in New York today, I simply can't imagine life without technology. Everywhere I go, my iPhone comes with me. This means that no matter where I am, I always have access to the internet. In seconds, I can have any information I desire, whether it be something important such as directions, or something trivial such as song lyrics. In my society, it is not unusual to see people’s eyes glued to their handheld devices. It is mind boggling to think that just across the globe, the internet isn’t considered a staple as it is in our lives.
The internet is amazing; That is, of course, when it is used for the betterment of society. For instance, using the internet to gain knowledge of history is an efficient way to learn about the past. There is more information than we could ever imagine at the click of a button. However, every good thing has negative aspects. In this article, the inequality for women in India viewed within the use of the internet and technology in general is appalling. Not trusting women with the use of the internet puts the women at a great disadvantage to men. In reality, technology can be misused by anyone, male or female. As a young woman, the internet is a very important tool that I use on a daily basis in order to gain worldly knowledge, such as reading the New York Times. When used properly, the internet and technology are key tools to aid success.
I read the article "The Hitter Can Hurl. The Hurler Can Hit. Can He Do Both In The Majors?" and found it to be extremely interesting. I am a die-hard sports fan, having followed a wide range of sports my whole life. I am always on the lookout for new players and new trends in sports, which is why this article stuck out to me. This article talks about Hunter Greene, Brendan McKay, and Shohei Otani, 3 baseball players who are challenging the norms of the sport. Scouts think all three of these men are capable of being both pitchers and hitters in the MLB, which has not been done since Babe Ruth did it in the early 20th century. Baseball has long been a sport where players are expected to specialize in one position, but the three athletes in this article are changing that. Greene and McKay were drafted in the top 4 picks of this year's draft, showing that MLB franchises value their adaptability, and Otani is expected to come to the MLB within a few years. All three of these players have been successful behind the plate and on the hill, and are changing the norms of the game, during a time with norms changing in society. The world has seen the Twitter become a source of genuine news, with tweets being cited in court cases and newscasts. Artists like Chance the Rapper have won Grammy's with free mixtapes. The world is coming to a new age, and baseball is coming to its new age. This article does a brilliant job of painting that picture, making it an extremely interesting read.
My cousin Ethan is now 16 years old, and we have known each other our whole lives. When I was younger, I never understood why Ethan always interacted so differently than myself, or why he had a hard time communicating what he wanted. As a child, I was unable to understand what autism is, nor its toll on Ethan's everyday life. Autism is a condition that makes communication and interaction extremely difficult. Children with autism sometimes see crowded places, such as big cities, and airports as completely overwhelming, therefore, making it difficult for them to travel. The article that interested me this week was, "At Airports, Making Travel Easier for Autistic Passengers". I learned that airports across the globe are instituting programs that provide mock flights, and even sensory rooms. Mock flights allow participants to “check in, go through security, and board an aircraft.” The ability to go through the motions of airplane travel before actually taking off allow for familiarity and preparedness. The sensory rooms are said to be “shielded from outside noise and had a wavy wall, color-changing LED lights, bean bags and other items that kept them calm and happily occupied.” These additions to airports will improve the travel experience for autistic passengers and create a less overwhelming environment for kids like Ethan.
"The Symptoms of Dying" By Sara Manning Peskin, M.D.
I was interested in this article before I started reading it. The title is what first grabbed my attention because I had to read it twice. There are symptoms of dying? What may they be? In the article, Sara Manning Peskin shares experiences with patients that have died under her care and examines how the deaths are alike. In the third paragraph, she says, "While the weeks and days leading up to death can vary from person to person, the hours before death are similar across the vast majority of human afflictions." This makes a statement that humans are not so different, even though we'd like to think that we are, and that we enter and exit our own lives in the very same way. Peskin essentially says so at the end of the article. We come into the world crying and some leave the world doing just the same. This article forced me to see death in a new way. Although I do not think it was Peskin's intent to persuade anyone with this article, she certainly has made me think about entering and exiting this world.
I was interested in this article before I started reading it. The title is what first grabbed my attention because I had to read it twice. There are symptoms of dying? What may they be? In the article, Sara Manning Peskin shares experiences with patients that have died under her care and examines how the deaths are alike. In the third paragraph, she says, "While the weeks and days leading up to death can vary from person to person, the hours before death are similar across the vast majority of human afflictions." This makes a statement that humans are not so different, even though we'd like to think that we are, and that we enter and exit our own lives in the very same way. Peskin essentially says so at the end of the article. We come into the world crying and some leave the world doing just the same. This article forced me to see death in a new way. Although I do not think it was Peskin's intent to persuade anyone with this article, she certainly has made me think about entering and exiting this world.
Article Based On Wonder Woman
As a feminist, I appreciate the fact that this movie had a female director and a strong female lead who was not solely there to be a love interest. This movie, because it did so well at the box office, and because it was a great movie in general, showed that more women should be given the opportunity to direct and star in feature films. Women have the talent to direct just as well as our male counterparts.
Women have often been overlooked in Hollywood, but this movie is hard to overlook because of the strong female characters and the effects that bring it all together. Wonder Woman has precisely timed fight scenes, strong dialogue, and a well-written plot. The women who made this movie and who act in this movie can not be overlooked.
As mentioned in the article, Wonder Women was ignorant to the fact that the male characters were discriminating against her. This is ironic because often men are ignorant to the fact that they are discriminating against women. One can see this most clearly in not only Hollywood but also in the wage gap.
The wage gap affects the actresses, directors and the everyday women. Some people say it doesn’t exist, but Iceland knows there is a difference and determined to bring equality to its countrywomen. I look forward to the day when the US takes after the courageous footsteps of Iceland and pays women - even actress and directors- equal pay as men!
As a feminist, I appreciate the fact that this movie had a female director and a strong female lead who was not solely there to be a love interest. This movie, because it did so well at the box office, and because it was a great movie in general, showed that more women should be given the opportunity to direct and star in feature films. Women have the talent to direct just as well as our male counterparts.
Women have often been overlooked in Hollywood, but this movie is hard to overlook because of the strong female characters and the effects that bring it all together. Wonder Woman has precisely timed fight scenes, strong dialogue, and a well-written plot. The women who made this movie and who act in this movie can not be overlooked.
As mentioned in the article, Wonder Women was ignorant to the fact that the male characters were discriminating against her. This is ironic because often men are ignorant to the fact that they are discriminating against women. One can see this most clearly in not only Hollywood but also in the wage gap.
The wage gap affects the actresses, directors and the everyday women. Some people say it doesn’t exist, but Iceland knows there is a difference and determined to bring equality to its countrywomen. I look forward to the day when the US takes after the courageous footsteps of Iceland and pays women - even actress and directors- equal pay as men!
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/us/suicide-texting-manslaughter-teena...
Over the years violence has evolved as new methods of imposing violence have been created. The popularization of smart phones, text messaging, and social media have given people platforms to impose harm without having to doing it face to face making it 'easier'. An example of this is in an article I read, "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers." This is a story that has been in the news for weeks and will be talked about for years to come. Michelle Carter, now twenty, was seventeen when she convinced her then boyfriend Conrad Roy III to commit suicide via text. Three years later a trial is being held for Michelle Carter to decide whether or not she will be found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. This is not a cut and try conviction as many factors have to be carefully considered like the defendants complicated mental and drug history. In the months before July 2014 Michelle Carter encouraged her boyfriend to seek help but then abruptly had a change in attitude. Her trial brings up many questions like "whether one person's words can cause the suicide of another", how did her antidepressant drugs play a role in her actions, and what made her suddenly change her demeanor. I chose this article because it shows that the law and how they handle cases like this have to change as technology advances and is misused just as it was in this case.
Over the years violence has evolved as new methods of imposing violence have been created. The popularization of smart phones, text messaging, and social media have given people platforms to impose harm without having to doing it face to face making it 'easier'. An example of this is in an article I read, "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers." This is a story that has been in the news for weeks and will be talked about for years to come. Michelle Carter, now twenty, was seventeen when she convinced her then boyfriend Conrad Roy III to commit suicide via text. Three years later a trial is being held for Michelle Carter to decide whether or not she will be found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. This is not a cut and try conviction as many factors have to be carefully considered like the defendants complicated mental and drug history. In the months before July 2014 Michelle Carter encouraged her boyfriend to seek help but then abruptly had a change in attitude. Her trial brings up many questions like "whether one person's words can cause the suicide of another", how did her antidepressant drugs play a role in her actions, and what made her suddenly change her demeanor. I chose this article because it shows that the law and how they handle cases like this have to change as technology advances and is misused just as it was in this case.
“How Did Health Care Get to Be Such a Mess?” by Christy Ford Chapin
It’s a common cliché to say “I’m human, I make mistakes” and it’s very true we all mess up and try to do better the next time. So why do we continue to sustain a broken system. There are many efforts from opposing political parties to repair the healthcare system. Both parties have the same goal, but it might be the wrong one.
History is taught, so we can learn from our mistakes and attempt to improve as a society. During the time of the Civil Rights Movement Jim Crow Laws were the legal system, but were unfair to certain people. The legal system now is health care insurance and it is repeating the injustices to individuals just as the Jim Crow laws did in the past. The health care issue has been ignored long enough and now political officials are attempting to alter aspects of the system in order to make it fair for everyone. Instead of trying to reword the same policy, it’s time to rewrite the system that has been broken and failing for years.
This article discusses physician practices that were attempted by medical professionals in the past but were shut down by the giant insurance industry. It was a time where quality care was cherished and at affordable costs. There are flaws in every system; however the one we are using today has proven to be ineffective and expensive. It’s time to move on from our mistakes and start bettering society.
It’s a common cliché to say “I’m human, I make mistakes” and it’s very true we all mess up and try to do better the next time. So why do we continue to sustain a broken system. There are many efforts from opposing political parties to repair the healthcare system. Both parties have the same goal, but it might be the wrong one.
History is taught, so we can learn from our mistakes and attempt to improve as a society. During the time of the Civil Rights Movement Jim Crow Laws were the legal system, but were unfair to certain people. The legal system now is health care insurance and it is repeating the injustices to individuals just as the Jim Crow laws did in the past. The health care issue has been ignored long enough and now political officials are attempting to alter aspects of the system in order to make it fair for everyone. Instead of trying to reword the same policy, it’s time to rewrite the system that has been broken and failing for years.
This article discusses physician practices that were attempted by medical professionals in the past but were shut down by the giant insurance industry. It was a time where quality care was cherished and at affordable costs. There are flaws in every system; however the one we are using today has proven to be ineffective and expensive. It’s time to move on from our mistakes and start bettering society.
"Yearning for New Physics at CERN, in a Post-Higgs Way" by Dennis Overbye
I gravitate toward articles concerning CERN and its discoveries because they never fail to make me ponder my entire existence, in every sense of the word. Ever since I was young I'd wanted to be right there in Geneva at the LHC making ground-breaking, reality-crushing discoveries with my colleagues, but that's not always the case. After finally discovering the Higgs Boson, this leaves more questions than answers for physicists (as per usual in the quantum mechanics community). Numerous theories and failed attempts at proving them, regarding supersymmetry and dark matter in this article, could certainly cause mounting frustration and confusion. The volatility of these theories and their means of discovery prove the elusive behavior of subatomic particles. While this can be frustrating and disheartening at times, the ever-long quest for answers to our reality grows more riveting to me, and strikes more passion for discovery with each new opened door. These articles fascinate me immensely because the intricacies on the smallest scale of existence can unlock secrets as big as the entire universe.
I gravitate toward articles concerning CERN and its discoveries because they never fail to make me ponder my entire existence, in every sense of the word. Ever since I was young I'd wanted to be right there in Geneva at the LHC making ground-breaking, reality-crushing discoveries with my colleagues, but that's not always the case. After finally discovering the Higgs Boson, this leaves more questions than answers for physicists (as per usual in the quantum mechanics community). Numerous theories and failed attempts at proving them, regarding supersymmetry and dark matter in this article, could certainly cause mounting frustration and confusion. The volatility of these theories and their means of discovery prove the elusive behavior of subatomic particles. While this can be frustrating and disheartening at times, the ever-long quest for answers to our reality grows more riveting to me, and strikes more passion for discovery with each new opened door. These articles fascinate me immensely because the intricacies on the smallest scale of existence can unlock secrets as big as the entire universe.
I read the article "the empathetic dog".
This article interested me most this week because I had no clue that dogs could sense emotion. The way the dog found out that the veteran was angry and "told" him to go outside was really amazing. I love dogs, and I knew therapy dogs and service dogs existed, but I had no idea that dogs served this specific purpose. The studies on the stress of people and dogs on a baby's crying was very interesting. I also liked the study on the dogs hearing their partner's whining or another dog's whining. This proves that dogs are empathetic creatures. I personally love dogs, and they are helpful creatures in general.
This article interested me most this week because I had no clue that dogs could sense emotion. The way the dog found out that the veteran was angry and "told" him to go outside was really amazing. I love dogs, and I knew therapy dogs and service dogs existed, but I had no idea that dogs served this specific purpose. The studies on the stress of people and dogs on a baby's crying was very interesting. I also liked the study on the dogs hearing their partner's whining or another dog's whining. This proves that dogs are empathetic creatures. I personally love dogs, and they are helpful creatures in general.
"Where Did 'We the People' Go?" by Thomas Friedman
American has changed a lot since it was first established as a country. In the beginning the people were united and worked together. Our government used to be simpler and less problematic. Today everyone is separated based on his or her party affiliation—democrat or republican. The separation and discrimination is getting to a new level of extreme. It is becoming more difficult for this country to have common leaders that are inspiring and nondiscriminatory. America is supposed to be a country that is accepting and where people can live freely no matter what their beliefs are.
The political segregation is becoming a problem and may eventually reach the level of racial segregation. People shouldn’t be judged based on their beliefs or political party. Everyone is equal, they just live their lives differently. The United States needs a leader that can unite our country and inspire people rather than disparaging them. It takes a special kind of leader to bring people together despite their difference in beliefs and opinions. In a perfect world everyone could live together in peace, but we are far from that, we can start by accepting one another no matter our differences and unite back to “We”.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/opinion/where-did-we-the-people-go.html
American has changed a lot since it was first established as a country. In the beginning the people were united and worked together. Our government used to be simpler and less problematic. Today everyone is separated based on his or her party affiliation—democrat or republican. The separation and discrimination is getting to a new level of extreme. It is becoming more difficult for this country to have common leaders that are inspiring and nondiscriminatory. America is supposed to be a country that is accepting and where people can live freely no matter what their beliefs are.
The political segregation is becoming a problem and may eventually reach the level of racial segregation. People shouldn’t be judged based on their beliefs or political party. Everyone is equal, they just live their lives differently. The United States needs a leader that can unite our country and inspire people rather than disparaging them. It takes a special kind of leader to bring people together despite their difference in beliefs and opinions. In a perfect world everyone could live together in peace, but we are far from that, we can start by accepting one another no matter our differences and unite back to “We”.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/opinion/where-did-we-the-people-go.html
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As a student, it can be difficult to keep up with school while finding time to pay attention to the changing world around me. Though the headlines of the news change daily, there is one aspect I have seen remain constant: America's "War on Terror". Every news network pushes the latest on Islamic extremism consistently. Growing up, I have seen these attacks mirrored by other groups, but labeled differently. I wondered why news organizations are reluctant to name islamophobic attacks such as the 2017 Kansas shooting or the Portland train attack as "terrorism", when they are quick to give that name to other extremist attacks.
Amarnath Amarasingam and Jacob Davey's article "What About the Terrorism of the Far Right?" brings to light terrorism that is rarely addressed that way. They state that far-right groups are accountable for almost three-fourths of America's deadly terror attacks since 9/11. So why do news networks focus exceedingly on Islamic extremists, when there is, statistically, a larger threat looming in America? The authors state that many organizations see the deadly attacks by white supremacists and neo-nazi groups as isolated events, unrelated to future attacks, so they are more likely to get shorter coverage times and are rarely called terrorism. As far-right groups gain traction in America and Europe, we must be cautious not lessen or overlook the deadly attacks by these groups, but to give them the same attention and urgency that way pay to Islamic extremism.
Amarnath Amarasingam and Jacob Davey's article "What About the Terrorism of the Far Right?" brings to light terrorism that is rarely addressed that way. They state that far-right groups are accountable for almost three-fourths of America's deadly terror attacks since 9/11. So why do news networks focus exceedingly on Islamic extremists, when there is, statistically, a larger threat looming in America? The authors state that many organizations see the deadly attacks by white supremacists and neo-nazi groups as isolated events, unrelated to future attacks, so they are more likely to get shorter coverage times and are rarely called terrorism. As far-right groups gain traction in America and Europe, we must be cautious not lessen or overlook the deadly attacks by these groups, but to give them the same attention and urgency that way pay to Islamic extremism.
"Teenage Documentarians Show the Power of Photography"
I chose this article because the title caught my eye. As I read on, it made me realize these people my age have a different perspective on life. These kids go around taking pictures of things they think is interesting to them. I thought it was very interesting myself also. One boy, Jonathan, takes pictures of the relationship he shares with his family. He is seventeen and attendeds NYC SALT. By doing this, it helps him realize and except who he is. Thirteen year old Saliah Mohammed has already dedicated her life to photography. "It's not just pressing a button and hoping that it comes out right" she claims.
I chose this article because the title caught my eye. As I read on, it made me realize these people my age have a different perspective on life. These kids go around taking pictures of things they think is interesting to them. I thought it was very interesting myself also. One boy, Jonathan, takes pictures of the relationship he shares with his family. He is seventeen and attendeds NYC SALT. By doing this, it helps him realize and except who he is. Thirteen year old Saliah Mohammed has already dedicated her life to photography. "It's not just pressing a button and hoping that it comes out right" she claims.
"Inmates Come to Georgia Deputy's Rescue After He Collapses", by Sopan Deb
There is a strong negative stigma surrounding those who are or have been in prison. Like most people, I am guilty of automatically characterizing a person who has ever been in prison as someone who can't be trusted, someone scary, and someone who I wouldn't want to be left alone with. Why this stigma exists, I don't have the definitive answer to. Perhaps it's the way the media often portrays these people, or maybe it's the fact that it's simply easier for us to see the world in black and white. However, the world most certainly isn't black and white and it's important for us to step back and ask ourselves if what we're perceiving is based on our own experience and interactions or if they're based on what society has told us to feel. You can't predetermine character, whether it be based on the situation they are in, their religion, their race, their gender, or their sexuality. This article is really important because it provides direct evidence for this. Just as you see that prison inmates aren't all scary, conniving individuals, all Muslims aren't violent extremists, all African Americans aren't shady criminals, all women aren't ultra-feminine housewives, and all LGBTQ people aren't flamboyant people going through a 'phase'. I hope that there are more instances like this that actually get reported, as I feel like it will create a crack in the seemingly impenetrable wall of stigma that blocks our view.
There is a strong negative stigma surrounding those who are or have been in prison. Like most people, I am guilty of automatically characterizing a person who has ever been in prison as someone who can't be trusted, someone scary, and someone who I wouldn't want to be left alone with. Why this stigma exists, I don't have the definitive answer to. Perhaps it's the way the media often portrays these people, or maybe it's the fact that it's simply easier for us to see the world in black and white. However, the world most certainly isn't black and white and it's important for us to step back and ask ourselves if what we're perceiving is based on our own experience and interactions or if they're based on what society has told us to feel. You can't predetermine character, whether it be based on the situation they are in, their religion, their race, their gender, or their sexuality. This article is really important because it provides direct evidence for this. Just as you see that prison inmates aren't all scary, conniving individuals, all Muslims aren't violent extremists, all African Americans aren't shady criminals, all women aren't ultra-feminine housewives, and all LGBTQ people aren't flamboyant people going through a 'phase'. I hope that there are more instances like this that actually get reported, as I feel like it will create a crack in the seemingly impenetrable wall of stigma that blocks our view.
"The Universal Phenomenon of Men Interrupting Women" by Susan Chira
I originally chose this article because the title caught my eye, but as I began to read, I learned much about gender equality in the business world that I had not known before. I attend an all-girls school which is amazing because it makes me feel like there's nothing I can't do just because of my gender, but it also means that I don't always realize and comprehend the struggles that exist for women in other mixed-gender environments. Reading this article, I was shocked to learn that women make up only 6.4% of Fortune 500 CEO's, and only 19.4% of Congress. I was horrified to learn that an Uber board member did not want more women on the board because that would mean more talking. It is so difficult for women to work in business because they are constantly outnumbered by men who belittle them and interrupt them, and because they have to continuously fight against stereotypes to be successful. Women are pushing to be seen as equals in the work place and although there is definitely some progress, there is a long way to go in order to not be seen as inferior to their male coworkers. The fact that in today's modern society, women are still seen as hysterical when they are passionate about something and often too emotional to make rational decisions is disappointing. I sincerely hope that by the time I enter the workforce things will be different, and I will not be looked down upon merely because I am a woman.
I originally chose this article because the title caught my eye, but as I began to read, I learned much about gender equality in the business world that I had not known before. I attend an all-girls school which is amazing because it makes me feel like there's nothing I can't do just because of my gender, but it also means that I don't always realize and comprehend the struggles that exist for women in other mixed-gender environments. Reading this article, I was shocked to learn that women make up only 6.4% of Fortune 500 CEO's, and only 19.4% of Congress. I was horrified to learn that an Uber board member did not want more women on the board because that would mean more talking. It is so difficult for women to work in business because they are constantly outnumbered by men who belittle them and interrupt them, and because they have to continuously fight against stereotypes to be successful. Women are pushing to be seen as equals in the work place and although there is definitely some progress, there is a long way to go in order to not be seen as inferior to their male coworkers. The fact that in today's modern society, women are still seen as hysterical when they are passionate about something and often too emotional to make rational decisions is disappointing. I sincerely hope that by the time I enter the workforce things will be different, and I will not be looked down upon merely because I am a woman.
“Trump’s Decision to Attack Syria”
Syria has and still is in a long internal war. Chaos ensues everyday, people are suffering and dying, as they have been desperately planning a rebellion against the Syrian president, Bashar Al Assad. However, Trump’s decision to launch 59 tomahawk missiles may be of benefit to the Syrians themselves. Let me clarify, I am not supporting Trump, nor am I supporting war, bombing, and the death of many people. However, I, as a Middle Eastern student, am stating that bombing Syria’s government and military proves to the Arab world, as a whole, that Donald Trump has supported them in this case. Nevertheless, for many years in the past, the west have refused to take any action in interfering towards Syria's political issues, yet Trump did, and it's helpful because the majority of Syrians are fully against the leadership of Bashar Al Assad and his regime, and are attempting to overthrow him. This is due to president Al- Assad chemically releasing noxious gases in the atmosphere to attack his protesters. Throughout the years, he has killed over 300,000 people, and has ruined the nation as a whole. Therefore, Trump bombing Syria’s government provides an easier path for the people to succeed in their actions, and could potentially end the long and atrocious war.
Syria has and still is in a long internal war. Chaos ensues everyday, people are suffering and dying, as they have been desperately planning a rebellion against the Syrian president, Bashar Al Assad. However, Trump’s decision to launch 59 tomahawk missiles may be of benefit to the Syrians themselves. Let me clarify, I am not supporting Trump, nor am I supporting war, bombing, and the death of many people. However, I, as a Middle Eastern student, am stating that bombing Syria’s government and military proves to the Arab world, as a whole, that Donald Trump has supported them in this case. Nevertheless, for many years in the past, the west have refused to take any action in interfering towards Syria's political issues, yet Trump did, and it's helpful because the majority of Syrians are fully against the leadership of Bashar Al Assad and his regime, and are attempting to overthrow him. This is due to president Al- Assad chemically releasing noxious gases in the atmosphere to attack his protesters. Throughout the years, he has killed over 300,000 people, and has ruined the nation as a whole. Therefore, Trump bombing Syria’s government provides an easier path for the people to succeed in their actions, and could potentially end the long and atrocious war.
"The Secret Social Media Lives of Teenagers" by Ana Homayoun
I found this article to be very true as well as interesting this week. This article exposes how teens use social media in different ways depending on their audience. In is interesting see how after reading this, that we still use social media to get approval from others, even though most teens would argue when asked that they use social media to just be themselves. But in reality that is still not the case because as mentioned in the article many people have more than one account on specific media platforms. One account usually tends to be the more "filtered version of their lives, the one users want their general followers to see. While the second account is more "realistic". Once again, this article truly shows what goes on behind the screens in the mind of the user.
I found this article to be very true as well as interesting this week. This article exposes how teens use social media in different ways depending on their audience. In is interesting see how after reading this, that we still use social media to get approval from others, even though most teens would argue when asked that they use social media to just be themselves. But in reality that is still not the case because as mentioned in the article many people have more than one account on specific media platforms. One account usually tends to be the more "filtered version of their lives, the one users want their general followers to see. While the second account is more "realistic". Once again, this article truly shows what goes on behind the screens in the mind of the user.
The idea of being homeless and going to school at the same time always seemed impossible to me. It never seemed to make sense that someone could somehow pay a college tuition while not having a place to sleep. However, after reading about the true possibility of this for many students throughout America today, my perspective has completely changed.
Student homelessness, as I learned, is very common on college campuses. The issue of homelessness is not limited to just one type of college and can vary, from more prestigious universities, such as Amherst College, to community colleges such as LaGuardia community college. There are many ways that this point of homelessness can be reached. For starters, people will college degrees earn much more. In fact, only 11% of the students surveyed in a recent study earned more than $15 an hour. Going to school and managing work is a very tough task, and learning to deal with this can often prove to be too much for many. This difficult issue has only been getting worse, and has been addressed by several colleges. For example, UCLA students founded a small homeless shelter called students for students, where students can sleep, eat and do homework. I found this article to be so riveting and eye-opening because there are few like it, explaining this increasing issue like few have before. It made me realize how lucky I am to have a house to sleep and study in, and made me truly think and reflect on what it must be like for those who don’t.
Student homelessness, as I learned, is very common on college campuses. The issue of homelessness is not limited to just one type of college and can vary, from more prestigious universities, such as Amherst College, to community colleges such as LaGuardia community college. There are many ways that this point of homelessness can be reached. For starters, people will college degrees earn much more. In fact, only 11% of the students surveyed in a recent study earned more than $15 an hour. Going to school and managing work is a very tough task, and learning to deal with this can often prove to be too much for many. This difficult issue has only been getting worse, and has been addressed by several colleges. For example, UCLA students founded a small homeless shelter called students for students, where students can sleep, eat and do homework. I found this article to be so riveting and eye-opening because there are few like it, explaining this increasing issue like few have before. It made me realize how lucky I am to have a house to sleep and study in, and made me truly think and reflect on what it must be like for those who don’t.
"Leave Your Laptops at the Door to My Classroom" by: Darren Rosenblum
I have a strong feeling that both me and the readers that have read this article can relate to it very well. As we all know, the margin between benefiting and being at lost, is very thin when it comes to using our laptops as a tool to take notes. When using our computers to take notes, the process of taking notes can be distracted and disturbed constantly because something else other than our notes can be accessed by just a few clicks or taps. Personally, taking notes on my computer does not motivate me to refer back to my notes when preparing for a test or a quiz. Taking notes on my paper notebook however, motivates and makes it more appealing for me to refer back to my notes. It takes effort and concentration to take useful hand-written notes, therefore, I tend to value it more than the notes that I effortlessly typed on a computer. Since I put effort into the note taking process, I tend to engage in and pay attention to the notes that I am taking. As a result, I gained a general understanding of the materials in the notes, allowing me to do well even when I am reviewing the notes. Different people may have different preferences, but I have come to believe that taking notes on paper is the better way of putting the notes down on record because it makes our learning process much efficient when we get back to our notes.
I have a strong feeling that both me and the readers that have read this article can relate to it very well. As we all know, the margin between benefiting and being at lost, is very thin when it comes to using our laptops as a tool to take notes. When using our computers to take notes, the process of taking notes can be distracted and disturbed constantly because something else other than our notes can be accessed by just a few clicks or taps. Personally, taking notes on my computer does not motivate me to refer back to my notes when preparing for a test or a quiz. Taking notes on my paper notebook however, motivates and makes it more appealing for me to refer back to my notes. It takes effort and concentration to take useful hand-written notes, therefore, I tend to value it more than the notes that I effortlessly typed on a computer. Since I put effort into the note taking process, I tend to engage in and pay attention to the notes that I am taking. As a result, I gained a general understanding of the materials in the notes, allowing me to do well even when I am reviewing the notes. Different people may have different preferences, but I have come to believe that taking notes on paper is the better way of putting the notes down on record because it makes our learning process much efficient when we get back to our notes.
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https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/us/suicide-texting-manslaughter-teena...
One prominent question that caught my attention in this article was whether “one person’s words can cause the suicide of another.” I personally believe that they can. The influence of a person on other people is much bigger than how much we usually think it is. Therefore, Ms. Carter in this article did play a significant role in catalysing Mr. Roy’s act of suicide: not physically, but mentally. Her suggestions and encouragements has prompted him to think that it would be totally fine to kill himself. The unfortunate consequence has clearly shown us readers a lesson, that one should be very careful with what he or she says, since those words might cost a life of another person.
Despite the fact that I, speaking from the perspective of a person who don’t know anything American law, am in no position to state whether she is guilty for his death, I do think that she must be responsible for this to an extent. The discussion over whom the blame should be place on might never stop, because the degree to which Ms. Carter’s influence had on her boyfriend was only an idea which could not be measured solely by their interchange of text messages.
One prominent question that caught my attention in this article was whether “one person’s words can cause the suicide of another.” I personally believe that they can. The influence of a person on other people is much bigger than how much we usually think it is. Therefore, Ms. Carter in this article did play a significant role in catalysing Mr. Roy’s act of suicide: not physically, but mentally. Her suggestions and encouragements has prompted him to think that it would be totally fine to kill himself. The unfortunate consequence has clearly shown us readers a lesson, that one should be very careful with what he or she says, since those words might cost a life of another person.
Despite the fact that I, speaking from the perspective of a person who don’t know anything American law, am in no position to state whether she is guilty for his death, I do think that she must be responsible for this to an extent. The discussion over whom the blame should be place on might never stop, because the degree to which Ms. Carter’s influence had on her boyfriend was only an idea which could not be measured solely by their interchange of text messages.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/19/world/americas/mexico-spyware-anticri...
Now, more than ever, it appears that “digital privacy” is an oxymoron. The article about the Mexican government using spyware to target journalists particularly alarmed me because snooping by the Mexican government is eerily similar to the Snowden revelations regarding the U.S. National Security Agency’s spying on the American public. This demonstrates that covert collection of digital information is not an American problem, but likely a world problem.
Even more disturbing, as Ahmed and Perlroth mentioned, is the nature of the texts and their implications for free speech. By conveying that communications can be used to threaten journalists and their families, the government is using fear to restrict free speech. Free speech and public discourse are the foundation of democracy, and by attempting to restrict these ideals, the Mexican government is distancing itself from democracy and setting itself up as an authoritarian regime.
In the 20th century, governments used malicious software to covertly attack other nations, such as with the use of Stuxnet by the United States against Iranian nuclear reactors. Currently, however, the focus has shifted inward, with governments monitoring and repressing disruption within their own populations. Moving forward, it is up to us, the people, to be aware of this surveillance and wield our remaining influence over government to prevent a 1984-esque scenario.
Now, more than ever, it appears that “digital privacy” is an oxymoron. The article about the Mexican government using spyware to target journalists particularly alarmed me because snooping by the Mexican government is eerily similar to the Snowden revelations regarding the U.S. National Security Agency’s spying on the American public. This demonstrates that covert collection of digital information is not an American problem, but likely a world problem.
Even more disturbing, as Ahmed and Perlroth mentioned, is the nature of the texts and their implications for free speech. By conveying that communications can be used to threaten journalists and their families, the government is using fear to restrict free speech. Free speech and public discourse are the foundation of democracy, and by attempting to restrict these ideals, the Mexican government is distancing itself from democracy and setting itself up as an authoritarian regime.
In the 20th century, governments used malicious software to covertly attack other nations, such as with the use of Stuxnet by the United States against Iranian nuclear reactors. Currently, however, the focus has shifted inward, with governments monitoring and repressing disruption within their own populations. Moving forward, it is up to us, the people, to be aware of this surveillance and wield our remaining influence over government to prevent a 1984-esque scenario.
"Mueller Seeks to Talk to Intelligence Officials, Hinting at Inquiry of Trump"
While it is difficult to truly pinpoint which article this week interested me the greatest, I feel as though I managed to pinpoint a single article. As a citizen of the United States, I feel as though keeping tabs on the news of the oval office is detrimental to understanding our nation. The way our leaders act is how the rest of the world views us. This is why I was most riveted by the article on our current president, Donald Trump, and the investigation currently being had regarding any obstruction of justice on his part. If our president is potentially using his powers unlawfully, he should not be protected by other people in high powers. He should be tried with the full powers of the law. However, while they gather evidence against him, I find it interesting to see how people can set aside their politically-biased opinions to tell their truths of what they have experienced. I also find it quite captivating how opinions of main subjects like former F.B.I. Director James B. Comey may be biased on the president, but these subjects are able to push aside this current feeling to delve into memories and experiences. Reading about their statements is interesting. Overall, this article interested me because of the informational aspect of it. Unbiased in nature, this article aided me in gaining a deeper, more developed understanding of the controversy surrounding President Donald Trump and his actions.
While it is difficult to truly pinpoint which article this week interested me the greatest, I feel as though I managed to pinpoint a single article. As a citizen of the United States, I feel as though keeping tabs on the news of the oval office is detrimental to understanding our nation. The way our leaders act is how the rest of the world views us. This is why I was most riveted by the article on our current president, Donald Trump, and the investigation currently being had regarding any obstruction of justice on his part. If our president is potentially using his powers unlawfully, he should not be protected by other people in high powers. He should be tried with the full powers of the law. However, while they gather evidence against him, I find it interesting to see how people can set aside their politically-biased opinions to tell their truths of what they have experienced. I also find it quite captivating how opinions of main subjects like former F.B.I. Director James B. Comey may be biased on the president, but these subjects are able to push aside this current feeling to delve into memories and experiences. Reading about their statements is interesting. Overall, this article interested me because of the informational aspect of it. Unbiased in nature, this article aided me in gaining a deeper, more developed understanding of the controversy surrounding President Donald Trump and his actions.
Nearly every year since eighth grade I have been attending conventions in venues as big as the Los Angeles Convention Center without feeling anxious about safety. Yet now, I am unable to go somewhere big and crowded like a concert or festival without the thought that a bombing or mass shouting could happen.
On May 22, 2017, the city of Manchester suffered a horrific tragedy when a bomb went off at the end of an Ariana Grande concert, which has impacted the lives of its citizens and the victims, transforming and perhaps scarring their lives forever.
In “In Manchester, A Loud Bang, Silence then Screaming and Blood,” you can see the isolated children, people injured or worse, and chaos. I cannot imagine what the victims may have felt throughout this experience, but I feel sad to know that people my age know that feeling, and this trauma will follow them throughout their lives.
Instead of the sadness that would have been expected as a reaction, the response to this attack has been a community coming together to uplift and support each other during a time of hardship and most of all proving that love will always conquer fear and hate.
A response of unity and hope to an act of terrorism is something that the world really needs to see.
The suicide bomber has caused a lot of grief, but has also set off a love bomb in Manchester, which has spread to the world, demonstrating that we will never be beaten down by these acts of violence and that our response will be of love and unity.
On May 22, 2017, the city of Manchester suffered a horrific tragedy when a bomb went off at the end of an Ariana Grande concert, which has impacted the lives of its citizens and the victims, transforming and perhaps scarring their lives forever.
In “In Manchester, A Loud Bang, Silence then Screaming and Blood,” you can see the isolated children, people injured or worse, and chaos. I cannot imagine what the victims may have felt throughout this experience, but I feel sad to know that people my age know that feeling, and this trauma will follow them throughout their lives.
Instead of the sadness that would have been expected as a reaction, the response to this attack has been a community coming together to uplift and support each other during a time of hardship and most of all proving that love will always conquer fear and hate.
A response of unity and hope to an act of terrorism is something that the world really needs to see.
The suicide bomber has caused a lot of grief, but has also set off a love bomb in Manchester, which has spread to the world, demonstrating that we will never be beaten down by these acts of violence and that our response will be of love and unity.
"Supreme Court Rules for Bush Officials in Post 9/11 Suit"
Even after more than a decade, the tragedies of 9/11 still reside deep in the hearts of Americans. Although the attacks of September 11th produced countless deaths and injuries, many people still do not know the untold stories of innocent Muslims who were subjected to beatings, “random” searches, and other abuses; forms of torture. Torture that will forever remain in history untouched by the hands of justice. I was shocked to discover that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Bush officials. Justice Kennedy said it was primarily for the reason that a lawsuit against high-ranking officials was not the right way to address misconduct in the midst of a national security crisis. The Supreme Court protected these officials but left innocent Muslims vulnerable despite the UN’s CAT that the US has signed on to. The debate on whether something is right in times where the US is vulnerable is still something that has much gray area. Even with this in mind, this case ruling speaks to a bigger problem in the US. Even though in our constitution all people are equal, this is not put into practice. Even when the US is debating methods of protection, it is not okay to ignore what is just. It is devastating that government officials are protected even despite blatant human right violations but innocent people are left behind because they have no ways in which they can retaliate leaving them helpless against the chains of injustice.
Even after more than a decade, the tragedies of 9/11 still reside deep in the hearts of Americans. Although the attacks of September 11th produced countless deaths and injuries, many people still do not know the untold stories of innocent Muslims who were subjected to beatings, “random” searches, and other abuses; forms of torture. Torture that will forever remain in history untouched by the hands of justice. I was shocked to discover that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Bush officials. Justice Kennedy said it was primarily for the reason that a lawsuit against high-ranking officials was not the right way to address misconduct in the midst of a national security crisis. The Supreme Court protected these officials but left innocent Muslims vulnerable despite the UN’s CAT that the US has signed on to. The debate on whether something is right in times where the US is vulnerable is still something that has much gray area. Even with this in mind, this case ruling speaks to a bigger problem in the US. Even though in our constitution all people are equal, this is not put into practice. Even when the US is debating methods of protection, it is not okay to ignore what is just. It is devastating that government officials are protected even despite blatant human right violations but innocent people are left behind because they have no ways in which they can retaliate leaving them helpless against the chains of injustice.
What interested me most was Christine Hauser's article, 'A Yale Dean Lost Her Job After Calling People ‘White Trash’ in Yelp Reviews.' This situation is quite odd, with a college employee of any sort being removed from a position for an excessively offensive, antagonistic expression. I fully approve of her removal from her position, though I would be remiss to not admit that I admire her willingness to seek forgiveness. This repentance is rarely seen, and is a real show of character.
That said, her actions on Yelp were unacceptable. People seem to often forget, as Dr. Chu stated, that words have impact, and many may have been hurt by the statements. While I, as a White American, would have been wounded by the statements, I would ask nothing more than the statement she released later. As stated earlier, the apology was a true show of character, and I applaud Dr. Chu for not only apologizing but learning and improving her outlook based upon her actions and mistakes.
That said, her actions on Yelp were unacceptable. People seem to often forget, as Dr. Chu stated, that words have impact, and many may have been hurt by the statements. While I, as a White American, would have been wounded by the statements, I would ask nothing more than the statement she released later. As stated earlier, the apology was a true show of character, and I applaud Dr. Chu for not only apologizing but learning and improving her outlook based upon her actions and mistakes.
What interested me the most in the NY Times this week was the interestingly morbid article of the teen whos life was forever altered by the horrific discovery of her fellow teen and boyfriend. This article shows the true power of words spoken by teens, even if it was done through the screen of a phone. From reading this article, I definitely will consider the sheer power and chaos my words could do, much as Mrs. Carter would realize also, sitting in the cold, wooden courtroom chair as she watched helplessly as the judge sealed her doom, as she was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. I am assured that as she sat in that courtroom, she could only wish she could go back and unsend those dreadful words, urging her lonesome boyfriend to slip away from this world. I believe that we owe it to him and all of the other victims of harsh and horrid words, that we should re-consider the text or message you send. Are you sure you would press send? (https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/us/suicide-texting-manslaughter-te...
"Education Gap Between Rich and Poor Is Growing Wider" by Eduardo Porter
Education is supposedly a universal vehicle to achieve success, regardless of one's socioeconomic status. However, it has been proven time and time again that it serves as yet another barrier of classicism in modern America. I personally have been fortunate to attend schools with the infrastructure and resources to provide students with high quality educations. My whole life, I have been reminded time and time again that I shouldn’t let my dreams just be dreams.
However, the devastating reality is that for lower-class students, these educational and academic successes can be much more challenging to achieve based on economic status. This article is eye-opening in its compelling incorporation of dismal yet very real data; it powerfully conveys very human messages and make a statement about class and economy while using reasoning and statistical analytics.
Because of this tasteful balance, Porter’s approach on a hugely prevalent issue is such a phenomenally piece for all those who are not exposed to this side of how education can actually be discriminatory against the less privileged. Although there are a slew of writings on this topic, this particular article truly stands out in its equilibrium of fact and opinion.
Education is supposedly a universal vehicle to achieve success, regardless of one's socioeconomic status. However, it has been proven time and time again that it serves as yet another barrier of classicism in modern America. I personally have been fortunate to attend schools with the infrastructure and resources to provide students with high quality educations. My whole life, I have been reminded time and time again that I shouldn’t let my dreams just be dreams.
However, the devastating reality is that for lower-class students, these educational and academic successes can be much more challenging to achieve based on economic status. This article is eye-opening in its compelling incorporation of dismal yet very real data; it powerfully conveys very human messages and make a statement about class and economy while using reasoning and statistical analytics.
Because of this tasteful balance, Porter’s approach on a hugely prevalent issue is such a phenomenally piece for all those who are not exposed to this side of how education can actually be discriminatory against the less privileged. Although there are a slew of writings on this topic, this particular article truly stands out in its equilibrium of fact and opinion.
Today in our society photography has influenced people's lives in a tremendous way. People use photography to share their lives with people around them or even use it as a way to express themselves. In the article, Teenage Documentarians show the power of photography written by Gareth Smit he provides comments from students who take photography classes. These students explain how photography allows them to see things differently and provides them with an understanding of certain things. I found a certain interest in this article because it allowed me to understand that photography isn't just clicking a button but if you want to get the right affect from the picture or if you want the picture to display the right idea you have to take the picture precisely and perfectly. This also helped me see how photography is just as much an art as anything else because if you are able to take a picture and get it to portray the right message you are a definitely considered an artist and your photo is definitely considered art.
“The Empathetic Dog” by Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi
After the sudden passing of my young yellow Labrador last June, I have become engulfed in learning about dogs’ therapeutic value for people. When my dog passed away I felt as though I lost more than just my first pet. I lost the dog that kept me calm. I lost the dog that made me feel safe. From books such as, "A Dog Named Boo", by Lisa J. Edwards, and articles such as, “The Empathetic Dog”, by Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, I have been doing research on a dog’s ability to sense human emotions.
This article mentions Arleigh and Benjamin Stepp, a service dog and an Iraq war veteran. After serving a physically and emotionally intense term in Iraq, Mr. Stepp now suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, physical injures, and war anger. Arleigh, a yellow Labrador, has become a proactive remedy for his pain and anger. Arleigh will lay her head on Mr. Stepp’s lap or put her paw on his foot when he needs assuaging. These comforting qualities which Arleigh has demonstrated to her owner, are all familiar actions my dog once performed when I was exerting negative energy. From my own experience, I have found dogs to be endlessly empathetic during difficult times. Mr. Stepp affirms, with the help of Arleigh, he gets angry less often and has become less dependent on his medication. I think dogs provide a therapeutic value that sometimes can’t be fulfilled in today’s treatment culture “norms”.
After the sudden passing of my young yellow Labrador last June, I have become engulfed in learning about dogs’ therapeutic value for people. When my dog passed away I felt as though I lost more than just my first pet. I lost the dog that kept me calm. I lost the dog that made me feel safe. From books such as, "A Dog Named Boo", by Lisa J. Edwards, and articles such as, “The Empathetic Dog”, by Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, I have been doing research on a dog’s ability to sense human emotions.
This article mentions Arleigh and Benjamin Stepp, a service dog and an Iraq war veteran. After serving a physically and emotionally intense term in Iraq, Mr. Stepp now suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, physical injures, and war anger. Arleigh, a yellow Labrador, has become a proactive remedy for his pain and anger. Arleigh will lay her head on Mr. Stepp’s lap or put her paw on his foot when he needs assuaging. These comforting qualities which Arleigh has demonstrated to her owner, are all familiar actions my dog once performed when I was exerting negative energy. From my own experience, I have found dogs to be endlessly empathetic during difficult times. Mr. Stepp affirms, with the help of Arleigh, he gets angry less often and has become less dependent on his medication. I think dogs provide a therapeutic value that sometimes can’t be fulfilled in today’s treatment culture “norms”.
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What interested me this week in the New York Times was an article titled 'What About the Terrorism of the Far Right?'. This article talked about how the terrorists that seem to be growing more powerful lately, are not the terrorists we usually think of first. This article did not discuss the terrorism threats posed by ISIS or other foreign groups, but instead shined light on the type of terrorism seen much more often in our country that falls under categories such as white supremacist, anti-government, and neo-Nazi extremists.
This article mentioned a statistic that surprised me. In America, 73 percent of deadly terrorist attacks since September 11th, 2001 were made by groups of white supremacist, anti-government, and neo-Nazi extremists. This is astounding to me because the way that multiple news outlets talk about terrorism today, many would be falsely led to believe that Muslims and immigrants are to blame.
For many, it is much easier to place blame and mark people foreign to us as a dangerous threat than it is to face the fact that it is people already inside of our country spreading hate speech that are the biggest threat.
When we divide ourselves in this way, the far right extremists only grow stronger. This article interested me because it's a rare piece of writing where muslims and immigrants aren't painted as the bad guys. Instead, the blame is placed on the people that are encouraging this hatred and division and I believe that they are truly the ones to blame.
This article mentioned a statistic that surprised me. In America, 73 percent of deadly terrorist attacks since September 11th, 2001 were made by groups of white supremacist, anti-government, and neo-Nazi extremists. This is astounding to me because the way that multiple news outlets talk about terrorism today, many would be falsely led to believe that Muslims and immigrants are to blame.
For many, it is much easier to place blame and mark people foreign to us as a dangerous threat than it is to face the fact that it is people already inside of our country spreading hate speech that are the biggest threat.
When we divide ourselves in this way, the far right extremists only grow stronger. This article interested me because it's a rare piece of writing where muslims and immigrants aren't painted as the bad guys. Instead, the blame is placed on the people that are encouraging this hatred and division and I believe that they are truly the ones to blame.
"Modern Feminism Spiraling Out Of Control"
Modern feminist. I’m sure you've seen them around before. And I don't mean the stereotypical females with the dyed pixie haircuts, aggressively waving their cardboard cutout posters in the air, vehemently shouting: "All men are pigs!' at the top of their lungs. While the way our modern “feminist” bash, slander and verbally degrade men, have certainly contributed to their well renowned reputation, earning themselves the honorable label of ‘man haters’ , it also leads me to the question; “Can the modern feminism in America even be considered feminism at this point?” As the times would have it, women are no longer satisfied with having equal rights as men; it’s apparent to me, that these women desire more. I predict that the protesting of these women will not come to an end until they're completely in control, as suggested by their plain-spoken slogan: "The Future Is Female". Which I can only presume is the foreshadowing of a not-so-far-away future where females dominate in every aspect of our world with an iron fist.
That being said I shudder to think the consequences for a man, should he speak this to a woman. Because any MAN that dares to speak out against this movement is undoubtedly a "Disgusting misogynistic, brainless, libido driven, ego-maniacal sexist”- or so I overheard from a women, as I passed by a protesting.
Modern feminist. I’m sure you've seen them around before. And I don't mean the stereotypical females with the dyed pixie haircuts, aggressively waving their cardboard cutout posters in the air, vehemently shouting: "All men are pigs!' at the top of their lungs. While the way our modern “feminist” bash, slander and verbally degrade men, have certainly contributed to their well renowned reputation, earning themselves the honorable label of ‘man haters’ , it also leads me to the question; “Can the modern feminism in America even be considered feminism at this point?” As the times would have it, women are no longer satisfied with having equal rights as men; it’s apparent to me, that these women desire more. I predict that the protesting of these women will not come to an end until they're completely in control, as suggested by their plain-spoken slogan: "The Future Is Female". Which I can only presume is the foreshadowing of a not-so-far-away future where females dominate in every aspect of our world with an iron fist.
That being said I shudder to think the consequences for a man, should he speak this to a woman. Because any MAN that dares to speak out against this movement is undoubtedly a "Disgusting misogynistic, brainless, libido driven, ego-maniacal sexist”- or so I overheard from a women, as I passed by a protesting.
“Brazil’s Crisis: How Fighting Corruption Could Imperil Political Stability”
I live in Brazil, so naturally, this article caught my attention. People say that corruption in Brazil involves politicians, businessmen and large corporations. It’s true, the governor of Rio was accused of running a vast corruption ring, the Secretary of State for Health stole money from public hospitals and one of the largest private group in Brazil offered bribes to more than 1800 politicians. That's not even 1% of all the outrageous things people did for money.
Whoever practices acts of corruption, put their private interests above the general interests of society, in other words, the person wants to take advantage even if it causes damage. This behavior is not restricted to politicians, normal people like me are as guilty of corruption as theses authorities because they live in the same society as us and this means that the government corruption is an extension of the bad habits of the population. If a person buys a driver’s license or bribes a cop, for example, this person is also corrupt.
The next thing I’m going to say is for everyone who lives in a place where politicians only care about themselves: Don’t be quiet! No one will ever know the future of a country but what I do know is that we can’t accept this kind of attitude. But before doing all this, we need to take a moment to analyze our own attitudes, because as Gandhi once said: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
I live in Brazil, so naturally, this article caught my attention. People say that corruption in Brazil involves politicians, businessmen and large corporations. It’s true, the governor of Rio was accused of running a vast corruption ring, the Secretary of State for Health stole money from public hospitals and one of the largest private group in Brazil offered bribes to more than 1800 politicians. That's not even 1% of all the outrageous things people did for money.
Whoever practices acts of corruption, put their private interests above the general interests of society, in other words, the person wants to take advantage even if it causes damage. This behavior is not restricted to politicians, normal people like me are as guilty of corruption as theses authorities because they live in the same society as us and this means that the government corruption is an extension of the bad habits of the population. If a person buys a driver’s license or bribes a cop, for example, this person is also corrupt.
The next thing I’m going to say is for everyone who lives in a place where politicians only care about themselves: Don’t be quiet! No one will ever know the future of a country but what I do know is that we can’t accept this kind of attitude. But before doing all this, we need to take a moment to analyze our own attitudes, because as Gandhi once said: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/21/opinion/whatsapp-crowds-and-power-in-...®ion=opinion-c-col-left-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-left-region
This article showed the danger of misinformation. While misinformation has existed for centuries, the advent of the internet has allowed for even faster spreading of misinformation. Although the speed of the internet is a helpful thing in most cases -- allowing for spread of knowledge, sharing of alerts, and entertainment -- it can also lead to discontent and violence. Although sometimes this can lead to revolution and improvements in daily living, misinformation can also hurt innocent people, as shown in this article. While some websites offer fact checking for online articles and large websites, such as Google News, have measures in place to fight "fake news", individual readers should research questionable claims in order to establish a more-encompassing viewpoint for themselves.
This article showed the danger of misinformation. While misinformation has existed for centuries, the advent of the internet has allowed for even faster spreading of misinformation. Although the speed of the internet is a helpful thing in most cases -- allowing for spread of knowledge, sharing of alerts, and entertainment -- it can also lead to discontent and violence. Although sometimes this can lead to revolution and improvements in daily living, misinformation can also hurt innocent people, as shown in this article. While some websites offer fact checking for online articles and large websites, such as Google News, have measures in place to fight "fake news", individual readers should research questionable claims in order to establish a more-encompassing viewpoint for themselves.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/14/technology/one-way-to-fix-uber-think-...
An article that interest me the most in The Times in this week was "One Way to Fix Uber: Think Twice Before Using It." This article caught my eyes because Uber is one of the well know company in the world and it also have made people's life easier. Uber is also starting to get popular in my country and when this article said "One Way to Fix Uber," I thought that there was something wrong with Uber so I started reading it. After reading this article it got me thinking that even if we stop using Uber so that the company will start improving, I've been wondering about the driver who works at the company. How will they get money so they can have a better life and if the drivers from Uber quit their job because they are not making money, how will the drivers get another decent job, by getting decent amount of money, as quickly as possible? These questions started going through my mind after reading this article. It would be good if Uber fix itself but there could be better ways than not using Uber.
An article that interest me the most in The Times in this week was "One Way to Fix Uber: Think Twice Before Using It." This article caught my eyes because Uber is one of the well know company in the world and it also have made people's life easier. Uber is also starting to get popular in my country and when this article said "One Way to Fix Uber," I thought that there was something wrong with Uber so I started reading it. After reading this article it got me thinking that even if we stop using Uber so that the company will start improving, I've been wondering about the driver who works at the company. How will they get money so they can have a better life and if the drivers from Uber quit their job because they are not making money, how will the drivers get another decent job, by getting decent amount of money, as quickly as possible? These questions started going through my mind after reading this article. It would be good if Uber fix itself but there could be better ways than not using Uber.
What interested me the most in last week's edition of The Times was the article written by Dan Bilesfsky, " Greenfell Tower Death Toll Rises to 17; U.K. Goverment Is Criticized". The article not only left me feeling sorrow for the people in the apartment tower that caught on fire, but left me in shock how London permited to have an apartment tower with no fire alarm or sprinkler systems. If that building had fire alarms people could of gone out of the building before it had gotten worse and the sprinklers could've gaved them time to evacuate. That got me really upset because a lot of people could have survived if there any proper safety directions for they could evcuate. I am curious how many buildings in London dont meet all required building control, fire regulation ,health and safety standards. Like I am pretty sure people who lived in that apartment tower had no idea that the building had no safety standards. The article states that, " it killed 30 people and injured more than 70. The authorities said that deth toll was expected to rise, and that some bodies might never be identified". I would be so angry too if one of my family memebers where in that building because It would suck not knowing if they died or survived with no information about them. Hopefully this gives building from London a heads up and doesnt make the same mistake as Grenfell Tower did by not having any type of safety standards.
"Where Did We The People Go ?”
Sunnis and Shias. Hutu and Tutsis. Democrats and Republicans. Division amongst people is in the essence of human behavior, yet today it has escalated to a self corrupting comport. Ethnic mix of ranging cultures and religions has been the foundation of the American nation, as well as it's people. Looking at it today, not only do we see racism, discrimination and inequality, but we also have a quite adamant view of the split that the range of such ethnicities can elevate in society. This conflict flows into politics, resulting in the election of a highly controversial president, it also accumulates to terrorist attacks, targeting specific groups of people. The people of America, need to open up their minds and see the damage done to their own society, the values of equality and representation. This nation was built on such morales and to have them berated would never result in the happiness of their own people. When did rational and likeminded people stop to see the true essence of humanity ? Such divisions amongst people, whether it is political or ethnical, never leads to prosperity. Americans, as well as the rest of the world, need to wake up and see the events around them as they truly are, and begin to contribute in making a change. Only this way, will we all be able to achieve the euphoric ideology of equal representation of all people, and prevent the wellbeing of thousands from being sacrificed to conflict, every single day.
Sunnis and Shias. Hutu and Tutsis. Democrats and Republicans. Division amongst people is in the essence of human behavior, yet today it has escalated to a self corrupting comport. Ethnic mix of ranging cultures and religions has been the foundation of the American nation, as well as it's people. Looking at it today, not only do we see racism, discrimination and inequality, but we also have a quite adamant view of the split that the range of such ethnicities can elevate in society. This conflict flows into politics, resulting in the election of a highly controversial president, it also accumulates to terrorist attacks, targeting specific groups of people. The people of America, need to open up their minds and see the damage done to their own society, the values of equality and representation. This nation was built on such morales and to have them berated would never result in the happiness of their own people. When did rational and likeminded people stop to see the true essence of humanity ? Such divisions amongst people, whether it is political or ethnical, never leads to prosperity. Americans, as well as the rest of the world, need to wake up and see the events around them as they truly are, and begin to contribute in making a change. Only this way, will we all be able to achieve the euphoric ideology of equal representation of all people, and prevent the wellbeing of thousands from being sacrificed to conflict, every single day.
"Grenfell Tower Death Toll Rises to 17; U.K. Government Is Criticized"
Before reading this article and only analyzing the title, I believed it was unnecessary to blame the U.K. Government for a fire that was not labeled arson. As I began to read the article, I would blame their government as well after realizing this could have been prevented if suggested precautions would have been made. No officials seemed to have learned from the Camberwell fire in 2009 that killed six people. After that tragedy, a parliamentary group demanded a reexamination of fire safety rules for older buildings and the installation of sprinklers and fire alarms. If the Government bothered to listen and actually take action in preventing further tragedies, the Grenfell Tower would still be standing and innocent people would not have lost their lives. There is a statement made by a lawmaker in the article that states buildings made in the 70's should be demolished. I think this is something that absolutely needs to be done and Grenfell Tower was the breaking point in which officials should take action. Buildings made in the 70's obviously didn't have the technology we have today. From my observation of this article, I think the government is entirely at fault. If the building was either demolished like 70's buildings should or even given sprinklers and been checked out by firefighters or officials, this horrific tragedy could have been prevented.
Before reading this article and only analyzing the title, I believed it was unnecessary to blame the U.K. Government for a fire that was not labeled arson. As I began to read the article, I would blame their government as well after realizing this could have been prevented if suggested precautions would have been made. No officials seemed to have learned from the Camberwell fire in 2009 that killed six people. After that tragedy, a parliamentary group demanded a reexamination of fire safety rules for older buildings and the installation of sprinklers and fire alarms. If the Government bothered to listen and actually take action in preventing further tragedies, the Grenfell Tower would still be standing and innocent people would not have lost their lives. There is a statement made by a lawmaker in the article that states buildings made in the 70's should be demolished. I think this is something that absolutely needs to be done and Grenfell Tower was the breaking point in which officials should take action. Buildings made in the 70's obviously didn't have the technology we have today. From my observation of this article, I think the government is entirely at fault. If the building was either demolished like 70's buildings should or even given sprinklers and been checked out by firefighters or officials, this horrific tragedy could have been prevented.
The Michelle Carter case is nothing new to me. What caused me to choose the article "Michelle Carter Didn’t Kill With a Text" was the questionable stance Ronny Soave, the author of the piece, had on the situation. The case encompasses Michelle Carter, a teenager who actively guided and encouraged her late boyfriend, Conrad Roy, to commit suicide. Police have uncovered phone calls and thousands of text messages between the two, including the last phone call Roy had with Carter as she instructed him to go through with the CO poisoning suicide attempt in his truck, ordering him to go BACK into the truck when he got out, hesitant. The evidence is extensive and disturbing, divulging Carter aborting any of Roy's suicidal hesitations for weeks, as well as providing him with the precise suicide plan. My main issue with the article is how Carter is victimized. Soave, defending Carter, claimed that although her actions are "morally reprehensible," they are "clearly legal", and she had the First Amendment to protect her. This might come as a shock, but assisting a suicide should never fall under "free speech". Soave also boxed assisted suicides as "problematic social interactions," which is a gross trivialization of the situation. Finally, Soave said that convicting Carter is "outrageous and unjust", but what's "outrageous and unjust" is how people continue to acquiesce in cruel actions by privileged people, buying into any trope to reassure themselves that any pretty girl is innocent.
What interested me the most in last week's edition of The Times was an article written by Bret Stephens, "Only Mass Deportation Can Save America". It wasn't the article that interested me but rather the wording used in the article. Stephens used the term "non-immigrants" to describe American citizens. I personally believe that we, as American citizens, deserve the recognition of being citizens of this country. Growing up in a family of purebred Republicans, I was raised to believe that growing up in America was a privilege that needed to be earned by hard work and love of country. In his article, Stephen discusses a major problem America has; majority of people don't appreciate the American system. In the article, Stephen says that the people destroying and not appreciating the system are the non-immigrants. But I do not - and will never- believe that citizens are failing our country.
“We are a country of immigrants but we are also a nation of laws. It is wrong and ultimately self-defeating for a nation of immigrants to permit the kind of abuse of our immigration laws we have seen in recent years and we must do more to stop it.” (Bill Clinton)
Deportation should and will be happening, but only towards the peoples who came here illegally. This article grabbed my attention because it showed me an opinion completely different than my own. It showed me a different perspective on such a fought about topic in the political world, allowing me to see two sides of the story.
“We are a country of immigrants but we are also a nation of laws. It is wrong and ultimately self-defeating for a nation of immigrants to permit the kind of abuse of our immigration laws we have seen in recent years and we must do more to stop it.” (Bill Clinton)
Deportation should and will be happening, but only towards the peoples who came here illegally. This article grabbed my attention because it showed me an opinion completely different than my own. It showed me a different perspective on such a fought about topic in the political world, allowing me to see two sides of the story.
What interested me the most in last week's edition of The Times was an article written by Bret Stephens, "Only Mass Deportation Can Save America". It wasn't the article that interested me but rather the wording used in the article. Stephens used the term "non-immigrants" to describe American citizens. I personally believe that we, as American citizens, deserve the recognition of being citizens of this country. Growing up in a family of purebred Republicans, I was raised to believe that growing up in America was a privilege that needed to be earned by hard work and love of country. In his article, Stephen discusses a major problem America has; majority of people don't appreciate the American system. In the article, Stephen says that the people destroying and not appreciating the system are the non-immigrants. But I do not - and will never - believe that citizens are failing our country.
“We are a country of immigrants but we are also a nation of laws. It is wrong and ultimately self-defeating for a nation of immigrants to permit the kind of abuse of our immigration laws we have seen in recent years and we must do more to stop it.” (Bill Clinton)
Deportation should and will be happening, but only towards the peoples who came here illegally. This article grabbed my attention because it showed me an opinion completely different than my own. It showed me a different perspective on such a fought about topic in the political world, allowing me to see two sides of the story.
“We are a country of immigrants but we are also a nation of laws. It is wrong and ultimately self-defeating for a nation of immigrants to permit the kind of abuse of our immigration laws we have seen in recent years and we must do more to stop it.” (Bill Clinton)
Deportation should and will be happening, but only towards the peoples who came here illegally. This article grabbed my attention because it showed me an opinion completely different than my own. It showed me a different perspective on such a fought about topic in the political world, allowing me to see two sides of the story.
"The Limits of A.I."
Even with the rise of high-tech computers, talking devices and smartphones that have the computing power to coordinate a moon landing, understanding context and intuition made us the "smarter" species. For example, a recipe with a typo would still be decipherable to humans; a computer program with a missing comma would perplex even the colossal computers at NASA. However, if artificial intelligence is perfected, what would establish our superiority over robots?
The article "Limits of A.I." suggests that artificial intelligence has a long way to go and lists the reasons above. However, what the article does not discuss is the rate of growth that artificial intelligence has recently been going through. Major tech companies are locked in an intense arms race to develop A.I. without fully considering the consequences, but the tech stalwarts are taking note with disapproval: "I think that the biggest risk is not that the AI will develop a will of its own, but it will follow the will of people that establish it," says Elon Musk. Although Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google, declares that A.I. would be fine as long as it is in the right hands, Musk notes that even benign intentions can lead to undesired results as the computer is left alone to decipher how human instructions should be followed. Bill Gates and Stephen Hawking are among others warning against A.I., and perhaps we should look up from our smartphones once in a while to see the fate we are heading towards.
Even with the rise of high-tech computers, talking devices and smartphones that have the computing power to coordinate a moon landing, understanding context and intuition made us the "smarter" species. For example, a recipe with a typo would still be decipherable to humans; a computer program with a missing comma would perplex even the colossal computers at NASA. However, if artificial intelligence is perfected, what would establish our superiority over robots?
The article "Limits of A.I." suggests that artificial intelligence has a long way to go and lists the reasons above. However, what the article does not discuss is the rate of growth that artificial intelligence has recently been going through. Major tech companies are locked in an intense arms race to develop A.I. without fully considering the consequences, but the tech stalwarts are taking note with disapproval: "I think that the biggest risk is not that the AI will develop a will of its own, but it will follow the will of people that establish it," says Elon Musk. Although Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google, declares that A.I. would be fine as long as it is in the right hands, Musk notes that even benign intentions can lead to undesired results as the computer is left alone to decipher how human instructions should be followed. Bill Gates and Stephen Hawking are among others warning against A.I., and perhaps we should look up from our smartphones once in a while to see the fate we are heading towards.
"How to Keep Your College Admission Offer: Start With Digital Literacy"
Go to college? Enjoy hearing jokes? Love wasting time? If you answered 'yes' to any of those questions, consider joining a college meme group! "UC Berkeley Memes for Edgy Teens", "Princeton Memes for Preppy AF Teens," the list goes on endlessly of all the different meme groups there are to join.
Luvvie Ajayi's article necessitates digital media literacy in students, teaches readers the importance of keeping clean, and clarifies that “privacy” doesn't exactly mean “private” after Harvard rescinded 10 incoming freshmen admission offers for their ill-suited memes in a ‘private’ Facebook group.
As I was reading the article, I immediately thought of David Rubenstein's Duke commencement speech: Duke is Duke because of its people, including the students. Commonly associated with the honor "finest institution in the world," Harvard's reputation also relies heavily on its students and prioritizes in maintaining its long-standing reputation. If students are making controversial jokes, it’s the first thing on Harvard’s to-do list to rescind offers.
I was taught in middle school to “think before you post." Therefore, it is fully up to the student whether or not he/she wants to utilize these lessons in he/she’s life. Unfortunately, the 10 ex-Harvard’21 students did not. Like Ajayi said, digital literacy is as important as financial literacy, and your digital reputation will either fail or succeed you.
Go to college? Enjoy hearing jokes? Love wasting time? If you answered 'yes' to any of those questions, consider joining a college meme group! "UC Berkeley Memes for Edgy Teens", "Princeton Memes for Preppy AF Teens," the list goes on endlessly of all the different meme groups there are to join.
Luvvie Ajayi's article necessitates digital media literacy in students, teaches readers the importance of keeping clean, and clarifies that “privacy” doesn't exactly mean “private” after Harvard rescinded 10 incoming freshmen admission offers for their ill-suited memes in a ‘private’ Facebook group.
As I was reading the article, I immediately thought of David Rubenstein's Duke commencement speech: Duke is Duke because of its people, including the students. Commonly associated with the honor "finest institution in the world," Harvard's reputation also relies heavily on its students and prioritizes in maintaining its long-standing reputation. If students are making controversial jokes, it’s the first thing on Harvard’s to-do list to rescind offers.
I was taught in middle school to “think before you post." Therefore, it is fully up to the student whether or not he/she wants to utilize these lessons in he/she’s life. Unfortunately, the 10 ex-Harvard’21 students did not. Like Ajayi said, digital literacy is as important as financial literacy, and your digital reputation will either fail or succeed you.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/16/movies/john-avildsen-dead-director-ro...®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=6&pgtype=sectionfront
John Avildsen directed movies that shaped a generation. His first hit, “Rocky”, became a legend and his second,“ Karate Kid”, became unavoidable. Everywhere in current films and everyday life, you hear constant references to these classics. John Avildsen died on the 16th of this month, at the age of 81. His son said that he died of pancreatic cancer. When I was searching for an article to write about today, I didn’t expect to be confronted by this. An artist that was so essential to our world, so influential to everything I’ve ever known, dead. His movies made me happy again. I was almost a black belt at seven, but we moved to a different state. Seeing “Karate Kid” brought back all those memories and dreams I’d had as an eager seven-year-old. The door to martial arts opened up to me again, but I never once thought about the man behind the screen, until today. So thank you to the New York Times for helping me to appreciate someone I’d never thought of before. And thank you, John Avildsen, for reopening that door to me.
John Avildsen directed movies that shaped a generation. His first hit, “Rocky”, became a legend and his second,“ Karate Kid”, became unavoidable. Everywhere in current films and everyday life, you hear constant references to these classics. John Avildsen died on the 16th of this month, at the age of 81. His son said that he died of pancreatic cancer. When I was searching for an article to write about today, I didn’t expect to be confronted by this. An artist that was so essential to our world, so influential to everything I’ve ever known, dead. His movies made me happy again. I was almost a black belt at seven, but we moved to a different state. Seeing “Karate Kid” brought back all those memories and dreams I’d had as an eager seven-year-old. The door to martial arts opened up to me again, but I never once thought about the man behind the screen, until today. So thank you to the New York Times for helping me to appreciate someone I’d never thought of before. And thank you, John Avildsen, for reopening that door to me.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/sports/basketball/new-york-knicks-kri...?
This article is about the NBA and the chance for the New York Knicks to trade one of their star players, Kristaps Porzingis, for a possible "better" player for their team. I personally found this article very interesting. I found this article interesting because I love watching the NBA and I like to keep in touch with the teams and the changes they make with their players. If you don't watch the NBA or follow basketball, the player the New York Knicks want to trade for another, is Kristaps Porzingis a 7ft 3in center. The reason for the Knicks wanting to trade Kris, is toward the end of the season, Kris became frustrated at the lack of progression or work that had been displayed by his team, on the court. Although, the confusion of this trade, is coming from Kris' Instagram post that he had posted saying, "Despite how the Knicks are treating their players, Kris wants to stay in New York." So, maybe there will never be a trade, time will only tell...
This article is about the NBA and the chance for the New York Knicks to trade one of their star players, Kristaps Porzingis, for a possible "better" player for their team. I personally found this article very interesting. I found this article interesting because I love watching the NBA and I like to keep in touch with the teams and the changes they make with their players. If you don't watch the NBA or follow basketball, the player the New York Knicks want to trade for another, is Kristaps Porzingis a 7ft 3in center. The reason for the Knicks wanting to trade Kris, is toward the end of the season, Kris became frustrated at the lack of progression or work that had been displayed by his team, on the court. Although, the confusion of this trade, is coming from Kris' Instagram post that he had posted saying, "Despite how the Knicks are treating their players, Kris wants to stay in New York." So, maybe there will never be a trade, time will only tell...
Article Title: Can You Pick A Bedbug Out Of A Lineup?
Article Author: Joanna Klein
Article Date: June 16th, 2017
This article interested me because of what the title asked. What strikes me curious is that many people actually can't successfully identify what a bedbug looks like. I remember when my family woke up one morning and found bites all over them. For a few weeks, we searched and served for the source of the pests but couldn't find anything. A couple of days after that, my parents finally found the source. The source was a bird's nest on the gutter drain by the living room window. Outraged by that unlucky scenario, my dad bought many cans of big spray and sprayed the living hell out of the house. As he did that, I found a couple of the critters and analyzed them. They were micro-sized, clear, had a fat body, and had what looked like 6 legs. Thanks to this analization and a yelling from my dad, I was easily able to determine which one remotely looked like a bedbug in the line of big images. But even without the dreadful experience, I would still have been able to at least strike out a few of the options. (The first one is clearly an ant, or ant-like creature). But other than that some other thing in the article that strikes me fancy was that many hotels and motels have bedbugs but won't admit it to their customers, some of the pests hiding spots such as behind headboards, and that it is easier to find their eggs, which look like dust, than themselves.
Article Author: Joanna Klein
Article Date: June 16th, 2017
This article interested me because of what the title asked. What strikes me curious is that many people actually can't successfully identify what a bedbug looks like. I remember when my family woke up one morning and found bites all over them. For a few weeks, we searched and served for the source of the pests but couldn't find anything. A couple of days after that, my parents finally found the source. The source was a bird's nest on the gutter drain by the living room window. Outraged by that unlucky scenario, my dad bought many cans of big spray and sprayed the living hell out of the house. As he did that, I found a couple of the critters and analyzed them. They were micro-sized, clear, had a fat body, and had what looked like 6 legs. Thanks to this analization and a yelling from my dad, I was easily able to determine which one remotely looked like a bedbug in the line of big images. But even without the dreadful experience, I would still have been able to at least strike out a few of the options. (The first one is clearly an ant, or ant-like creature). But other than that some other thing in the article that strikes me fancy was that many hotels and motels have bedbugs but won't admit it to their customers, some of the pests hiding spots such as behind headboards, and that it is easier to find their eggs, which look like dust, than themselves.
https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/29-how-to-make-quiche
This article is about how to make quiche and important things to remember while making it. I really liked this post because my mom buys us quiche sometimes and it's my favorite thing to have for breakfast, but I always wondered what it was and how to make it. I mean seriously how do eggs get so fluffy? It's also a pretty simple recipe too, we usually have all the things needed to make it at home. Now maybe I can surprise her with breakfast!
This article is about how to make quiche and important things to remember while making it. I really liked this post because my mom buys us quiche sometimes and it's my favorite thing to have for breakfast, but I always wondered what it was and how to make it. I mean seriously how do eggs get so fluffy? It's also a pretty simple recipe too, we usually have all the things needed to make it at home. Now maybe I can surprise her with breakfast!
“How Singapore Is Creating More Land For Itself”
To me, perhaps the most amusing and horribly ironic issue that comes to mind when considering the effects of Singapore’s expansion is the concept of providing more land for the plague that is destroying terrain in the first place.
Singapore is a city-country dominated by big-business which takes to heart the idea of “spend money to make money.” The miniature country has a booming economy controlled by companies dealing in fossil fuels—mainly petroleum—as well as the destruction of the environment. Underground storage is being developed and a constant stream of sand is being shipped into Singapore to contain the enormous collections of crude oil, one of the very substances responsible for sea levels rising which consume miles of coastline around the planet, threatening the homes and businesses of millions of people. Expanding at a faster rate than it can handle, Singapore is contributing to climate change and accelerating the rate at which sea levels rise and claim terrain.
Adding to the irony, two of the major contributors to climate change, China and India, are denying Singapore the opportunity to purchase of sand, hindering the rate at which the country can expand and pollute the already contaminated air that 5.7 million Singaporeans breathe every day. In a society where hypocrisy and irony are prevalent, Singapore is an example of a self-destructive country that both grows in terrain and runs itself into the ground.
To me, perhaps the most amusing and horribly ironic issue that comes to mind when considering the effects of Singapore’s expansion is the concept of providing more land for the plague that is destroying terrain in the first place.
Singapore is a city-country dominated by big-business which takes to heart the idea of “spend money to make money.” The miniature country has a booming economy controlled by companies dealing in fossil fuels—mainly petroleum—as well as the destruction of the environment. Underground storage is being developed and a constant stream of sand is being shipped into Singapore to contain the enormous collections of crude oil, one of the very substances responsible for sea levels rising which consume miles of coastline around the planet, threatening the homes and businesses of millions of people. Expanding at a faster rate than it can handle, Singapore is contributing to climate change and accelerating the rate at which sea levels rise and claim terrain.
Adding to the irony, two of the major contributors to climate change, China and India, are denying Singapore the opportunity to purchase of sand, hindering the rate at which the country can expand and pollute the already contaminated air that 5.7 million Singaporeans breathe every day. In a society where hypocrisy and irony are prevalent, Singapore is an example of a self-destructive country that both grows in terrain and runs itself into the ground.
As a privileged person living in a “free country” I associate my country’s military with safety. I don’t expect the people who protect my country with their lives to strip away my humanity and take my life. This is exactly what happens in countries that are not considered “free”, in which the people are dehumanized by their own “protectors”.
In the article “Congolese Militia Is Accused of Atrocities”, it is revealed that the Congolese Army has taken the people’s sense of security and freedom. The militia has mutilated, raped, and murdered hundreds of villagers all in the sake of containing a rebellion. The high commissioner for human rights in the central Kasaï region has reported entire villages have been destroyed, forcing over 1.3 million people to flee their homes. In addition, the Catholic Church in Congo stated that 3,383 people had died in violence and 10 villages destroyed by the Congolese Army.
I am personally horrified by the actions taken by the Congolese government. But objectively, I understand the actions that were taken and the massive consequences they have. I see that the growing rebellion has caused tensions between the government and the people and has caused brutality. This, however, does not mean that I support the actions taken by the Congolese government and the rebels. This article has caused my questioning of government action in “war-zone” countries and profound interest in the general relation between severe actions and consequences.
In the article “Congolese Militia Is Accused of Atrocities”, it is revealed that the Congolese Army has taken the people’s sense of security and freedom. The militia has mutilated, raped, and murdered hundreds of villagers all in the sake of containing a rebellion. The high commissioner for human rights in the central Kasaï region has reported entire villages have been destroyed, forcing over 1.3 million people to flee their homes. In addition, the Catholic Church in Congo stated that 3,383 people had died in violence and 10 villages destroyed by the Congolese Army.
I am personally horrified by the actions taken by the Congolese government. But objectively, I understand the actions that were taken and the massive consequences they have. I see that the growing rebellion has caused tensions between the government and the people and has caused brutality. This, however, does not mean that I support the actions taken by the Congolese government and the rebels. This article has caused my questioning of government action in “war-zone” countries and profound interest in the general relation between severe actions and consequences.
"Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls"
This article interested me from the beginning because it said that boys are harmed by gendered speaking as much as girls are helped by it. It is found that boys are born emotionally sensitive than girls but parents tend to use more loving words to their daughters and encouraging words to their sons. When I am at school, for example, the teachers tend to be harder on the boys. Even though a girl and a boy do the same bad thing, it seems to me that boys get punished much more than the girl.
So now, when I am talking to little boys, I will make sure to let them have their emotions and help them through the bad emotions. I will also treat the little boys the same as I treat the little girls. For example, I will be careful to watch what words I use with them and how not to have higher expectations of one gender or another.
This article interested me from the beginning because it said that boys are harmed by gendered speaking as much as girls are helped by it. It is found that boys are born emotionally sensitive than girls but parents tend to use more loving words to their daughters and encouraging words to their sons. When I am at school, for example, the teachers tend to be harder on the boys. Even though a girl and a boy do the same bad thing, it seems to me that boys get punished much more than the girl.
So now, when I am talking to little boys, I will make sure to let them have their emotions and help them through the bad emotions. I will also treat the little boys the same as I treat the little girls. For example, I will be careful to watch what words I use with them and how not to have higher expectations of one gender or another.
"Too Hot To Fly? Climate Change May Take A Toll On Air Travel" by Zach Wichter, is an artice that discusses the issues of climate change and how it is currently affecting planes. I found this article to be interesting because I have heard of many different ways that climate change is presently affecting us, but I had no idea that air travel could be one of them. For planes to take off lift is needed. Heat makes the air density decrease and reduces the amount of lift in the air. When temperatures rise to extreme amounts (ex. 120 degrees f.) it is nearly impossible for the planes to take off, especially smaller planes. "As the global climate changes, disruptions like these are likely to become more frequent potentially making air travel costlier and less predictable" (Wichter). In Phoenix, Arizona this problem is huge considering the heat, in the summer, can rise easily up to 120 degrees. Turbulence is another huge issue. Winds are becoming much stronger and is affecting the turbulence on planes. As the winds get stronger flight times increase and use more fuel. This then, increases the amount of carbon that is going into the air. I really hope more people look at this and see the many ways that climate change is affecting us, and start taking action to help stop this from getting any worse than it is now.
There are constantly advancements in the medical field and in the article, Inspired by War Zones, Balloon Device May Save Civilians From Fatal Blood Loss, it talks about a new piece of equipment called the ER-Reboa, that can be used to save someone’s life. I selected this article because it was interesting how a device saves a life. If a person’s pelvis or abdomen has been injured, it is a small chance of the person living due to equipment not working quickly. When something like this happens, the patient would usually get a blood transfusion but sometimes, the blood wouldn’t be moving fast enough to keep them alive. A student, Jessica Williams, was struck by a car, and her pelvis was bleeding so she was immediately rushed to a hospital where they did a blood transfusion.
When Dr. Marko Bukur saw the patient was going into cardiac arrest he was concerned and decided to use the piece of medical equipment he had which had just come to the hospital. It was called the ER Reboa Catheter, a tube with a balloon that cuts off blood circulation to the legs and keeps it going to the top part of the body which holds all of the main organs.
When Williams had first arrived at the hospital her blood pressure was 40/30, but once she was hooked up to the ER- Reboa her blood level instantly increased back to normal. This story is interesting to me because I would someday like to go into the medical field, and it is interesting to see a small device like this working to save someone’s life.
When Dr. Marko Bukur saw the patient was going into cardiac arrest he was concerned and decided to use the piece of medical equipment he had which had just come to the hospital. It was called the ER Reboa Catheter, a tube with a balloon that cuts off blood circulation to the legs and keeps it going to the top part of the body which holds all of the main organs.
When Williams had first arrived at the hospital her blood pressure was 40/30, but once she was hooked up to the ER- Reboa her blood level instantly increased back to normal. This story is interesting to me because I would someday like to go into the medical field, and it is interesting to see a small device like this working to save someone’s life.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers"
I read this article more out of curiosity than interest. The fact that two teenager lives are ruined, on dead and another in jail, is heartbreaking. Even worse, the families involved have to live through the pain and grievances. Before I read this article, I had a small amount of background knowledge of what was going on during the trial. The pieces seem to make more sense. They were both in a very unstable psychological state, and to fix his problems she resorted into urging her boyfriend to end his life. I believe that in this scenario, things could have been different if Mr. Roy hadn't been in an unhealthy relationship, or if Ms. Carter had actually wanted to help him get through his hard times, rather than telling him to end it. For this reason, Ms. Carter should be held for the account of his death. She tried to cover it by standing up against suicide, but in reality she advocated it to Mr. Roy. This tragic event leaves communities and families in pieces, yet it can be used to prevent things like this from happening again.
I read this article more out of curiosity than interest. The fact that two teenager lives are ruined, on dead and another in jail, is heartbreaking. Even worse, the families involved have to live through the pain and grievances. Before I read this article, I had a small amount of background knowledge of what was going on during the trial. The pieces seem to make more sense. They were both in a very unstable psychological state, and to fix his problems she resorted into urging her boyfriend to end his life. I believe that in this scenario, things could have been different if Mr. Roy hadn't been in an unhealthy relationship, or if Ms. Carter had actually wanted to help him get through his hard times, rather than telling him to end it. For this reason, Ms. Carter should be held for the account of his death. She tried to cover it by standing up against suicide, but in reality she advocated it to Mr. Roy. This tragic event leaves communities and families in pieces, yet it can be used to prevent things like this from happening again.
Preparing ‘Emerging Adults’ for College and Beyond
June 2017. Coddled teens relax at home, while parents are out “adulting.” A little TV here, some Netflix there, and a few scrolls through Instagram. The occasional rat-tat-tat on Facebook Messenger and the filling out of a pizza delivery form are the limit to daily communication.
Convenient access to connection is promoting a decrease in independence, closing the door on Generation Z-ers who use technology as an excuse for staying in—literally and figuratively—increasing the need for programs like the Launching Emerging Adults Program (LEAP).
Rewind to the 1980s. My mother was working three jobs as a teenager to provide for her family, earning success through due diligence. On the complete opposite side of the spectrum, many young adults nowadays are too dependent on their hardworking parents; this constant dependence, along with reliance on technology, leads to the loss of vital social skills necessary to thrive in life.
Programs like LEAP are helping to bring back social skills that have been lost in the modern era. The simplest activities seem so unthinkably embarrassing to the not-yet-opened mind of the teenager, but are so necessary to thicken the skin in preparation for the challenges of life. As I near the beginning of adulthood and prepare to pop the protective bubble of childhood, I thank you, Dr. Ginsberg and Ms. Tugend, for sharing the eye-opening tips portrayed in this article at exactly the right time.
June 2017. Coddled teens relax at home, while parents are out “adulting.” A little TV here, some Netflix there, and a few scrolls through Instagram. The occasional rat-tat-tat on Facebook Messenger and the filling out of a pizza delivery form are the limit to daily communication.
Convenient access to connection is promoting a decrease in independence, closing the door on Generation Z-ers who use technology as an excuse for staying in—literally and figuratively—increasing the need for programs like the Launching Emerging Adults Program (LEAP).
Rewind to the 1980s. My mother was working three jobs as a teenager to provide for her family, earning success through due diligence. On the complete opposite side of the spectrum, many young adults nowadays are too dependent on their hardworking parents; this constant dependence, along with reliance on technology, leads to the loss of vital social skills necessary to thrive in life.
Programs like LEAP are helping to bring back social skills that have been lost in the modern era. The simplest activities seem so unthinkably embarrassing to the not-yet-opened mind of the teenager, but are so necessary to thicken the skin in preparation for the challenges of life. As I near the beginning of adulthood and prepare to pop the protective bubble of childhood, I thank you, Dr. Ginsberg and Ms. Tugend, for sharing the eye-opening tips portrayed in this article at exactly the right time.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/learning/do-you-think-anxiety-is-a-se...
Among the numerous interesting articles from this past week, the article regarding anxiety as a serious problem among students caught my eye the most. As a student, anxiety can seem like an inevitable feeling. Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease. With a heavy workload and countless responsibilities, many students experience anxiety and stress every day. The article shows that 38 percent of girls and 26 percent of boys between the ages of 13 and 17 have an anxiety disorder. In addition, anxiety is the most common mental health concern for college students. This data shows just how serious anxiety is for young people. This article drew my attention because anxiety is a common feeling that we all have to deal with. Whether it is due to tests, excessive homework, or maintaining good grades, there are causes for anxiety in all students’ lives on a daily basis. Students feel pressure to be perfect in everything they do, from academics to athletics, which is the cause for some of these feelings. I was interested the most by this article because it exposed me to the seriousness of anxiety and is something I can relate to as a high school student.
Among the numerous interesting articles from this past week, the article regarding anxiety as a serious problem among students caught my eye the most. As a student, anxiety can seem like an inevitable feeling. Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease. With a heavy workload and countless responsibilities, many students experience anxiety and stress every day. The article shows that 38 percent of girls and 26 percent of boys between the ages of 13 and 17 have an anxiety disorder. In addition, anxiety is the most common mental health concern for college students. This data shows just how serious anxiety is for young people. This article drew my attention because anxiety is a common feeling that we all have to deal with. Whether it is due to tests, excessive homework, or maintaining good grades, there are causes for anxiety in all students’ lives on a daily basis. Students feel pressure to be perfect in everything they do, from academics to athletics, which is the cause for some of these feelings. I was interested the most by this article because it exposed me to the seriousness of anxiety and is something I can relate to as a high school student.
The article “Video of Police Killing of Philando Castile Is Publicly Released” by Mitch Smith, with it’s controversial video brought about my attention. The video depicts Caucasian Officer Yanez pulling over African-American Mr.Castile for having two broken brake lights. The issue to the vehicle pull over occurred when Mr.Castile informed the officer about having a gun contained in the vehicle. Yanez then asked for his drivers licences, but when Mr.Castile reached for his pockets, the officer yelled “Don’t pull it out” with his gun raised. According to Yanez, Mr.Castile did not stop reaching for his pockets and the officer proceeded to shoot Mr.Castile several times, killing him. This event is interesting because death could have been easily avoided. Both men can be blamed for the death because although Mr.Castile kindly informed the officer about a gun in his presence, which was a smart a responsible action, he never told the officer of the gun’s location. Yanez reacted solely based on the interest in safety of his own life, which is understandable, but if the officer were to ask about the location of the gun, then he would have been able to remove the his potential threat, removing the survival instinct of fear from the event and ultimately saving Mr.Castile’s life. Racism potentially affected how the officer viewed Mr.Castile for a potential risk to his life, but the poor communication between the officer and citizen was better to blame for the unnecessary death.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/05/upshot/opioid-epidemic-dr...
Drug Deaths in America Are Rising Faster Than Ever
If the labels identifying the graphs as being about drug deaths were removed, I might have mistaken this article to be about the popularity of a new app or a tech start-up. It’s harrowing to think that these figures show human lives in an epidemic that has skyrocketed in recent years; 60,000 people died in 2016, more than total US combat deaths in the Vietnam War.
This article has reminded me how hard it is to discover something that truly helps people. Though we continue to push the boundaries of science and technology, our basic physiology as humans isn’t something we can reengineer as we do with drugs. We’ve been able to develop substances that are deadly enough to kill people hundreds of times over, yet we struggle to make something even ten times more beneficial. It’s a gross oversimplification of complex chemistry, but the fact remains that even when searching for a way to ease the pain of many who suffer, we end up only with more pain than we intended to kill.
In the objectification and commercialization of something so fundamental as pain, drugs designed to ease immense suffering have instead become a crippling recreation. We hold ourselves to be both an ethical and scientific society; it should be no question that we alleviate these peoples’ physical pain without creating killer addictions.
Drug Deaths in America Are Rising Faster Than Ever
If the labels identifying the graphs as being about drug deaths were removed, I might have mistaken this article to be about the popularity of a new app or a tech start-up. It’s harrowing to think that these figures show human lives in an epidemic that has skyrocketed in recent years; 60,000 people died in 2016, more than total US combat deaths in the Vietnam War.
This article has reminded me how hard it is to discover something that truly helps people. Though we continue to push the boundaries of science and technology, our basic physiology as humans isn’t something we can reengineer as we do with drugs. We’ve been able to develop substances that are deadly enough to kill people hundreds of times over, yet we struggle to make something even ten times more beneficial. It’s a gross oversimplification of complex chemistry, but the fact remains that even when searching for a way to ease the pain of many who suffer, we end up only with more pain than we intended to kill.
In the objectification and commercialization of something so fundamental as pain, drugs designed to ease immense suffering have instead become a crippling recreation. We hold ourselves to be both an ethical and scientific society; it should be no question that we alleviate these peoples’ physical pain without creating killer addictions.
"America Made Me a Feminist" by Paulina Porizkova
As a student in an all-girls school, women empowerment is at the forefront of my education. I see the women around me excel and give me the impetus to succeed as well; therefore, this article on feminism drew my attention. The views of women in different countries demonstrate the distortion of women’s roles throughout the world. In each society, women have different expectations, which foster different methods of achieving power. When women are viewed as fragile or unstable, the men hold all the power. Women are limited to the roles in which they are labeled. Women are powerful and celebrated in Swedish society. Feminism is not a movement, but a reality. Whereas, in America, women are encouraged to take power but do not have adequate means to do so. They are bound by the masochistic expectations and the restrictions that a male-dominated society imposes, such as gender wage gaps. This article appeals to me greatly as a woman and a feminist. I am intrigued by how women from other societies see female empowerment in American society and how women are empowered in other societies. I wonder if women, such as myself, will be able to overcome these barriers and become powerful in my lifetime. I sincerely hope that American society, as well as other societies mentioned, can overcome the gender bias they face. I strive to be in a world where all women are empowered and there is no need to call myself a “feminist”.
As a student in an all-girls school, women empowerment is at the forefront of my education. I see the women around me excel and give me the impetus to succeed as well; therefore, this article on feminism drew my attention. The views of women in different countries demonstrate the distortion of women’s roles throughout the world. In each society, women have different expectations, which foster different methods of achieving power. When women are viewed as fragile or unstable, the men hold all the power. Women are limited to the roles in which they are labeled. Women are powerful and celebrated in Swedish society. Feminism is not a movement, but a reality. Whereas, in America, women are encouraged to take power but do not have adequate means to do so. They are bound by the masochistic expectations and the restrictions that a male-dominated society imposes, such as gender wage gaps. This article appeals to me greatly as a woman and a feminist. I am intrigued by how women from other societies see female empowerment in American society and how women are empowered in other societies. I wonder if women, such as myself, will be able to overcome these barriers and become powerful in my lifetime. I sincerely hope that American society, as well as other societies mentioned, can overcome the gender bias they face. I strive to be in a world where all women are empowered and there is no need to call myself a “feminist”.
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"Where Did ‘We the People’ Go?"
The tug-of-war between Democrats and Republicans has been going on for decades, but never has it been as intense as it is right now. Never before has there been a president who inspired such extreme controversial opinions from both sides, with neither side willing to budge in its (very strong) views.
I've always been told that I am very open-minded and can easily put myself in other people's shoes. Even so, I cannot understand why there are people who claim they want the best for America but support a person with no respect for the American people. Now, understand that I don't particularly side with either left or right, especially with the way extremists of both sides throw close-minded hate at each other on the Internet. Candidates of both sides always have had both flaws and strengths.
One thing is different in the recent election, however - never has a front-runner candidate for the president of the United States been so politically-incompetent and WON. As mentioned in the article, our new president has no moral authority. He does not instill trust, hope, and bonding in the American people, which may be one of the reasons why we are losing the "we" in "We the people" in the first place. I am not surprised. How can someone be a role model and inspire trust in others when he cannot even trust others himself?
The tug-of-war between Democrats and Republicans has been going on for decades, but never has it been as intense as it is right now. Never before has there been a president who inspired such extreme controversial opinions from both sides, with neither side willing to budge in its (very strong) views.
I've always been told that I am very open-minded and can easily put myself in other people's shoes. Even so, I cannot understand why there are people who claim they want the best for America but support a person with no respect for the American people. Now, understand that I don't particularly side with either left or right, especially with the way extremists of both sides throw close-minded hate at each other on the Internet. Candidates of both sides always have had both flaws and strengths.
One thing is different in the recent election, however - never has a front-runner candidate for the president of the United States been so politically-incompetent and WON. As mentioned in the article, our new president has no moral authority. He does not instill trust, hope, and bonding in the American people, which may be one of the reasons why we are losing the "we" in "We the people" in the first place. I am not surprised. How can someone be a role model and inspire trust in others when he cannot even trust others himself?
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/arts/design/tate-britain-memorial-kha...®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=sectionfront
Art is solely meant for open interpretation by those who observe it in the beauty it is presented. The photographic work, “Sothiou”, created by the young artist Khadija Saye is now respectively on display in the memorial space of Tate Britain to stand as a symbol of the troubles this 24-year-old woman experienced, including the Grenfall Tower Fire Tragedy which took away the breath and spirit in her and her neighbors.
Though her artistic piece is beautiful and the world now awes at the technique and history put into it, the concept of how “Sothiou” became known is what captured my attention. Like many aspiring artists, Ms. Saye was unknown to those not well-acquainted with her and though her art was beautiful, it was underappreciated. Now, she has taken place as the youngest artist in the exhibition. Simply a common woman, the entire world speaks her name.
Art is solely meant for open interpretation by those who observe it in the beauty it is presented. The photographic work, “Sothiou”, created by the young artist Khadija Saye is now respectively on display in the memorial space of Tate Britain to stand as a symbol of the troubles this 24-year-old woman experienced, including the Grenfall Tower Fire Tragedy which took away the breath and spirit in her and her neighbors.
Though her artistic piece is beautiful and the world now awes at the technique and history put into it, the concept of how “Sothiou” became known is what captured my attention. Like many aspiring artists, Ms. Saye was unknown to those not well-acquainted with her and though her art was beautiful, it was underappreciated. Now, she has taken place as the youngest artist in the exhibition. Simply a common woman, the entire world speaks her name.
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-a...
"America made me a feminist" - Paulina Porizkova
This article greatly interested me as I feel I can personally relate to the way Paulina feels about feminism in the United States. "In America, a woman’s body seemed to belong to everybody but herself." As a young woman, I have grown up to see more and more men, intentionally or not, shaping the way women chose to express their sexuality. Women, more often than not, chose to express themselves based on the desires of the men that they feel the have an obligation to please. This is what creates an invisible "line of superiority," men seeing women as objects of pleasure and women conforming to fit those standards. For Paulina, growing up in Sweden and France, tasks were divided equally between man and woman, and women knew their place in society. It isn't until she came to America where she realized her overwhelming advocation for feminism. As someone who has grown up in America their whole life, the social customs here are all I have ever known, therefore feminism didn't seem like option but rather something that's been long overdue.
"America made me a feminist" - Paulina Porizkova
This article greatly interested me as I feel I can personally relate to the way Paulina feels about feminism in the United States. "In America, a woman’s body seemed to belong to everybody but herself." As a young woman, I have grown up to see more and more men, intentionally or not, shaping the way women chose to express their sexuality. Women, more often than not, chose to express themselves based on the desires of the men that they feel the have an obligation to please. This is what creates an invisible "line of superiority," men seeing women as objects of pleasure and women conforming to fit those standards. For Paulina, growing up in Sweden and France, tasks were divided equally between man and woman, and women knew their place in society. It isn't until she came to America where she realized her overwhelming advocation for feminism. As someone who has grown up in America their whole life, the social customs here are all I have ever known, therefore feminism didn't seem like option but rather something that's been long overdue.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/opinion/philando-castile-and-the-terr...
Shot after shot, verdict after verdict, our society has become even more so desensitized to the horrors being committed by policemen across the nation. It is repulsive how these men who shot innocent people on account of race are not being held accountable for their misactions. Not all policemen have been corrupted and many policemen do in fact make their communities happier and safer, but it is incomprehensible how those who have been corrupted are consistently declared innocent. How do we, as a nation, continue to act surprised when our president is not held accountable for his actions when our policemen are set free after murdering honest people and robbing them of their future? In many ways, this article highlights the unfortunate reality that these morbid cases and unjust verdicts, identical to Philando Castile's, have become the new normal. In the last paragraph, Boddie makes a phenomenal point that "The problems we face are not only about the glaring wrongs of the criminal justice system.--, but the grinding daily hassles that deny black people the ability to just be", and if the policemen aren't held accountable, black people, and all people of color are never going to feel safe.
Shot after shot, verdict after verdict, our society has become even more so desensitized to the horrors being committed by policemen across the nation. It is repulsive how these men who shot innocent people on account of race are not being held accountable for their misactions. Not all policemen have been corrupted and many policemen do in fact make their communities happier and safer, but it is incomprehensible how those who have been corrupted are consistently declared innocent. How do we, as a nation, continue to act surprised when our president is not held accountable for his actions when our policemen are set free after murdering honest people and robbing them of their future? In many ways, this article highlights the unfortunate reality that these morbid cases and unjust verdicts, identical to Philando Castile's, have become the new normal. In the last paragraph, Boddie makes a phenomenal point that "The problems we face are not only about the glaring wrongs of the criminal justice system.--, but the grinding daily hassles that deny black people the ability to just be", and if the policemen aren't held accountable, black people, and all people of color are never going to feel safe.
“Teenage Documentarians Show The Power Of Photography," by Gareth Smit. This was an interesting article to read because it gave me an understanding of the dedication and effort photographers put into making sure their message/purpose in captured in a visual representation. Three teenagers, Saliyah Mohammed, Jonathon Maldonado, and Tyler Roarty all attend classes at community photography programs throughout NYC and they all use photography to touch upon the different things that concern or interests them the most in their communities and society. Saliyah Mohammed gives us insight on how taking a picture does not mean pressing a button and letting the camera work its magic. With a good picture comes a purpose/message and with that comes the intentions and desires of the photographers. Regarding social media, I feel like photography has an effect in terms of just getting it out there. But with photography, the person takes time out of their everyday life to deliver a certain aspect of live that we should think about and consider more often. Also, when I look at photography, I can sense the fact that the photographer put enough dedication and thought into it for me to understand their message and what is important to them that I could think about. I have a lot of respect for these kids because they take the time to capture their message that can increase our understanding and knowledge of the different aspects that they take not of in their environment and society in general.
The article “Uber founder Travis Kalanick resigns as C.E.O.” by Mike Issac interested me because I just couldn’t believe he resigned when he did and is doing an excellent job to make Uber well known. He himself is one of the most successful billionaire in the world, and the act of him putting Uber over anything in his life is truly an admirable thing. It seems that the investors of Uber pressured him to leave the company and that revolt made it untenable for Travis to stay in the company. It was the 5 major Uber’s investors who demanded Travis to resign by sending him a letter when he was in Chicago. The investors said they need a change of leadership for the company and Travis agreed to their request. It seems that the problems started beginning of this year about sexual harassment and it caused a lot of problem in the company. The 5 major investors are now finding “truly independent directors” and an experienced chief financial officer. This is pretty absurd because Uber is everything to Travis, and he worked hard on it to make it well known in wide variety of countries in the world. I believe in his passion and hard work for his job after what he did for Uber since 2009 until now. It is true that the investors invested $14 billion to Uber, and that is how Travis was able to use that money wisely and made Uber one of the most used transportation app. I don’t think anyone can replace Travis Kalanick in passion, in hard work, and in the way he brought success to Uber.
“Do You Think Anxiety Is A Serious Problem Among Young People?” this is the article that interested me the most for that past week. Anxiety is one of the most obvious feelings that students experience on a daily basis. As student think about their grades, homework, teachers, tests, exams, and social life, I’m pretty sure that they will experience some kind of stress. Anxiety is a feeling that overwhelms you, worries you, and makes you sick. This article grabbed my attention because, I have to go through this everyday of the school duration. As there is a lot of homework, schoolwork, and class work, assignments and deadlines to meet, I am frequently stressed and nervous of my performance in class. Other than that, as I will be entering 9th grade, and I’m worried that my workload at school will get higher which will make me have plenty of anxiety and stress. In addition, I now need to know how to organize my daily schedule in an effective and productive way. Thanks to this article, I now know that I am not the only one who is encountering anxiety on and daily basis. According to this article and that there are 38 percent of girls ages 13 through 17, and 26 percent of boys, that are having an anxiety disorder due to stress related issues. These children are my age group going through the same state of mind.
Among all of the articles published this week, the article about the special House election in Georgia's 6th district. Being the 5th special election after the victory of President Donald J. Trump, this election had a lot of attention. The Democratic candidate, Jon Ossoff, was able to raise $25 million, which is a crazy amount of money for a congressional election. The reason that this is so interesting is that with the political divide in the country after the election, and with all of the speculation that was said about the 2018 House Elections, the Republicans were still able to pull through and win their 5th special election. This is not such a shocking feat, for these districts all had elected Republicans in the first case, and now Karen Handel will sit on Capitol Hill. It was a close rase, finishing at 51.9% to 48.1%, and each side attacked each other, using other members of their respective parties to try and sway votes. In the end, the Republicans did hold on here, but the amount of money and focus placed here will sure play into a very interesting and very well funded 2018 Congressional Elections.
"Kevin Durant Goes a Couple of Rounds With His Twitter Critics"
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/19/sports/basketball/durant-twitter-resp...®ister=google
This article about the Kevin Durant has grabbed my attention. The NBA season has ended with the Golden State Warriors winning the NBA playoffs. However, some NBA fans were not happy because of the Golden State Warriors' player Kevin Durant. This is because Kevin Durant has moved teams from Oklahoma City Thunder to the Golden States Warriors. Therefore, some of the Oklahoma fans believes that Kevin Durant betrayed their team in order to win an easy championship.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/19/sports/basketball/durant-twitter-resp...®ister=google
This article about the Kevin Durant has grabbed my attention. The NBA season has ended with the Golden State Warriors winning the NBA playoffs. However, some NBA fans were not happy because of the Golden State Warriors' player Kevin Durant. This is because Kevin Durant has moved teams from Oklahoma City Thunder to the Golden States Warriors. Therefore, some of the Oklahoma fans believes that Kevin Durant betrayed their team in order to win an easy championship.
When I think of the internet, I think of everything. It encompasses the entire collection of human knowledge and all you have to do is type a question to discover something entirely new. However, to the people of Taradanda in India, the internet is just a way of accessing movies. The article “No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India” by, Ellen Barry made me rethink the usage of technology on a global scale. I was aware of rural areas in which the internet is not fully integrated, but this article showed me that not all people want technology in their lives. This came as a shock to me because of how often I use technology everyday. Utilizing technology has become second nature for many and has proved to be exceedingly useful. Yet in places like Taradana, very few embrace the idea of the smartphone and protest their use. For example, they blame technology for the eloping of two young teens from different castes because they used smartphones to plan their escape. In countries like America, smartphones have become a necessity. Taradana, however, is a different story. Most refuse to delve into the amazing world of technological advancement. It saddens me because of the opportunities they are missing out on. A text message could replace a long journey just to deliver a simple message. A phone call could save a life. It keeps me wondering how their deep-rooted beliefs hold them back from the plethora of advancement that these devices could bring.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/06/learning/are-you-being-raised-to-purs...
Among the articles of the week, this topic grabbed my attention. Unlike this article have mentioned, as for most Asian parents, they favour men and boys over women and girls. However, it's also true that girls have more chances to choose their favourite occupations. For example: some people believed that it's ok and suitable for women and girls to become chefs, but not for men. It's because, mostly in a family, a mother or a woman is usually a housewife. As a conclusion, I think everyone must accept any types of genders to have their own choices for their careers and lives. A person have their rights to choose what genders they wished to be, what kind of dreams do you aimed to pursue, and many others more.
Among the articles of the week, this topic grabbed my attention. Unlike this article have mentioned, as for most Asian parents, they favour men and boys over women and girls. However, it's also true that girls have more chances to choose their favourite occupations. For example: some people believed that it's ok and suitable for women and girls to become chefs, but not for men. It's because, mostly in a family, a mother or a woman is usually a housewife. As a conclusion, I think everyone must accept any types of genders to have their own choices for their careers and lives. A person have their rights to choose what genders they wished to be, what kind of dreams do you aimed to pursue, and many others more.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-
Being raised in America, I have always viewed feminism as a positive advocacy for women’s rights. From the article, “America Made Me a Feminist,” the author Paulina Porizkova further illustrates how feminism is making a positive impact on America, but she also brings to light how upset she feels to realize the absolute necessity of feminism. In the countries she grew up in, Sweden and France, being a feminist was not a trait that a woman had to declare for herself, because the populations already established the very prominent female power. Strong women are simply the reality in these European countries, while American women must constantly proclaim themselves as an equal because in reality, they are not. What I found most interesting from this article was not only how other countries have embraced female empowerment before America, but also how Sweden and France have proven that all females can one day achieve equality. Feminism has succeeded in progressing women’s rights within the past century, as women are more legally equal to men, such as voting, but there are still societal boundaries that women must overcome. Once learning of the success of feminism in European countries, it provides me with the hope that one day the United States could remove the term "feminism" from protest signs, as feminism will become the reality.
Being raised in America, I have always viewed feminism as a positive advocacy for women’s rights. From the article, “America Made Me a Feminist,” the author Paulina Porizkova further illustrates how feminism is making a positive impact on America, but she also brings to light how upset she feels to realize the absolute necessity of feminism. In the countries she grew up in, Sweden and France, being a feminist was not a trait that a woman had to declare for herself, because the populations already established the very prominent female power. Strong women are simply the reality in these European countries, while American women must constantly proclaim themselves as an equal because in reality, they are not. What I found most interesting from this article was not only how other countries have embraced female empowerment before America, but also how Sweden and France have proven that all females can one day achieve equality. Feminism has succeeded in progressing women’s rights within the past century, as women are more legally equal to men, such as voting, but there are still societal boundaries that women must overcome. Once learning of the success of feminism in European countries, it provides me with the hope that one day the United States could remove the term "feminism" from protest signs, as feminism will become the reality.
"Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground"
As a part of the maturing process, all children should be encourage to pursue a balance in their life, rather than focusing on a specific aspect of themselves that is seemingly more beneficial than the other. This news article on the correlation between good physical health and an improvement in student’s productivity, is solid prove of my opinion.
I've once encountered the problem of long hours studying (extra classes and tutor), having meet with my parents' high expectations and future plans. Fortunately, my once packed schedule was loosen by the years, as my parents slowly realize how it was jeopardizing both my physical and mental well-being. Having said this, I feel like a growing trend of the problem is still presence, notably among demanding Asian parents. Articles like these are scientific proves which illustrates how on going studying does not means effective studying. The article shows that overstudying consumes much of a student’s opportunity to build towards other aspects of their life. The lack of investment in areas, might in return even makes their studying less effective, such as the case of visceral fat (from inadequate exercising) which could disrupt their brain's productivity.
In the end, it is important that parents understand the benefit of a balance life, rather than forcing their children to abide this ineffective, yet rigorous educational system.
As a part of the maturing process, all children should be encourage to pursue a balance in their life, rather than focusing on a specific aspect of themselves that is seemingly more beneficial than the other. This news article on the correlation between good physical health and an improvement in student’s productivity, is solid prove of my opinion.
I've once encountered the problem of long hours studying (extra classes and tutor), having meet with my parents' high expectations and future plans. Fortunately, my once packed schedule was loosen by the years, as my parents slowly realize how it was jeopardizing both my physical and mental well-being. Having said this, I feel like a growing trend of the problem is still presence, notably among demanding Asian parents. Articles like these are scientific proves which illustrates how on going studying does not means effective studying. The article shows that overstudying consumes much of a student’s opportunity to build towards other aspects of their life. The lack of investment in areas, might in return even makes their studying less effective, such as the case of visceral fat (from inadequate exercising) which could disrupt their brain's productivity.
In the end, it is important that parents understand the benefit of a balance life, rather than forcing their children to abide this ineffective, yet rigorous educational system.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/09/movies/the-25-best-films-...
The article "The 25 Best Films of the 21st Century" interested me because I have been searching for movies to watch over the summer so this article gave me ideas on what to watch. I have already picked out some interesting movies such as "Inside Out" which is produced by a company named Pixar, "The Hurt Locker", and "In Jackson Heights". Although the three movies I picked out are the only ones that interested me, I cannot wait to watch the other movies as well.
The article "The 25 Best Films of the 21st Century" interested me because I have been searching for movies to watch over the summer so this article gave me ideas on what to watch. I have already picked out some interesting movies such as "Inside Out" which is produced by a company named Pixar, "The Hurt Locker", and "In Jackson Heights". Although the three movies I picked out are the only ones that interested me, I cannot wait to watch the other movies as well.
“The Teenage Life, Streamed Live and for Profit”
by AMANDA HESS
Are we truly aware of the things happening around us? Or are we a part of the illusion put up by social media? These are a few questions that came to mind as I read this article. It brings up the topic of social media where profiles have become mirages rather than accurate representations of reality. In a world where social media plays a big role in teenagers’ lives, live streaming is considered a break from those ‘shallow’ platforms. Everyone wants to be a part of the ‘exclusive’ lives of those celebrities, which in reality is an illusion for profit. “Unsuspecting children at play collide with the demands of capitalist exploitation.” Social media has become the main source of income to many influencers who earn thousands of dollars for posing in front of the camera. The more famous these influencers are, the more they earn, and consequently they gain a greater following considering “everyone follows the money.” The more involved the fans get, and the more gifts they send to achieve the illusion of what they think is a personal bond, the more the influencer gains in return. We are all part of this cycle, and we each have a role we play. Unless we thoroughly understand the events around us, we will remain prone to falling into these traps put up by our profit-motivated society.
by AMANDA HESS
Are we truly aware of the things happening around us? Or are we a part of the illusion put up by social media? These are a few questions that came to mind as I read this article. It brings up the topic of social media where profiles have become mirages rather than accurate representations of reality. In a world where social media plays a big role in teenagers’ lives, live streaming is considered a break from those ‘shallow’ platforms. Everyone wants to be a part of the ‘exclusive’ lives of those celebrities, which in reality is an illusion for profit. “Unsuspecting children at play collide with the demands of capitalist exploitation.” Social media has become the main source of income to many influencers who earn thousands of dollars for posing in front of the camera. The more famous these influencers are, the more they earn, and consequently they gain a greater following considering “everyone follows the money.” The more involved the fans get, and the more gifts they send to achieve the illusion of what they think is a personal bond, the more the influencer gains in return. We are all part of this cycle, and we each have a role we play. Unless we thoroughly understand the events around us, we will remain prone to falling into these traps put up by our profit-motivated society.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/09/movies/the-25-best-films-...
This one particular article interest me the most because I love watching movies ever since I was a child. During my childhood my sister and I would usually watched animated movies after school and after the movie ends, it would gave us this unknown feeling of contentment. It felt like we were part of the movie and we're experiencing new journeys except its through a TV. After reading through the article, I found some of my favorite movies that made it into the list. One of them was "Spirited Away" directed by Hayao Miyazaki in 2002 that was placed in number 2. In that year I was only 2 and it amazes me how years later on I get to watch it. This movie was filled with adventures and terrifying looking characters but it's visually creative and unique. Other than Spirited Away I watched many of Studio Ghibli films including "Whisper of the Heart", "My Neighbor Totoro", and "Ponyo" with my friends. His movies are part of my childhood memories that I have with my friends and they're the best. As the list goes on there were many movies that I didn't know existed or I wasn't interest in but "Mad Max: Fury Road" caught my eye. It came out in 2015 and the movie took place in a dystopia world. I also like watching those types of movies and I thought it was really good although there are some scenes that were a bit weird.
This one particular article interest me the most because I love watching movies ever since I was a child. During my childhood my sister and I would usually watched animated movies after school and after the movie ends, it would gave us this unknown feeling of contentment. It felt like we were part of the movie and we're experiencing new journeys except its through a TV. After reading through the article, I found some of my favorite movies that made it into the list. One of them was "Spirited Away" directed by Hayao Miyazaki in 2002 that was placed in number 2. In that year I was only 2 and it amazes me how years later on I get to watch it. This movie was filled with adventures and terrifying looking characters but it's visually creative and unique. Other than Spirited Away I watched many of Studio Ghibli films including "Whisper of the Heart", "My Neighbor Totoro", and "Ponyo" with my friends. His movies are part of my childhood memories that I have with my friends and they're the best. As the list goes on there were many movies that I didn't know existed or I wasn't interest in but "Mad Max: Fury Road" caught my eye. It came out in 2015 and the movie took place in a dystopia world. I also like watching those types of movies and I thought it was really good although there are some scenes that were a bit weird.
"The Dutch Have Solutions to Rising Seas. The World is Watching." by Michael Kimmelman
While perusing the NYTimes.com this week, I discovered an article that caught my eye due to the bold title. It grabbed my attention because it claims there may be a definitive solution to a global crisis. The article gave backstory and explained that most of the Netherlands is actually below sea level! The Dutch solution is fascinating due to its sheer simplicity. The Dutch culture thrives on maritime activity and wants "to live with the water, rather than struggle to defeat it" (Kimmelman). The solutions detailed building places for the water to flow for public enjoyment, making pools, parks, and rowing courses. It goes further describing the Dutch plan to use parking garages, parks, and shopping areas as levees, retention ponds and reservoirs rather than utilizing dams and dikes. This use of public amenities as barriers to the rising seas kept me reading. The article talks about the massive floodgate that has been built to block incoming floods; the floodgate is twice the size of the Eiffel Tower. Finally, the article talked about how Rotterdam, a city in the Netherlands, is building rooftop parks and floating gardens. However, the article did fail to fully describe how these projects were going to look and how effective they might be. Overall, the article kept me intrigued by introducing the interesting solution being implemented by the Dutch to deter the rising seas.
While perusing the NYTimes.com this week, I discovered an article that caught my eye due to the bold title. It grabbed my attention because it claims there may be a definitive solution to a global crisis. The article gave backstory and explained that most of the Netherlands is actually below sea level! The Dutch solution is fascinating due to its sheer simplicity. The Dutch culture thrives on maritime activity and wants "to live with the water, rather than struggle to defeat it" (Kimmelman). The solutions detailed building places for the water to flow for public enjoyment, making pools, parks, and rowing courses. It goes further describing the Dutch plan to use parking garages, parks, and shopping areas as levees, retention ponds and reservoirs rather than utilizing dams and dikes. This use of public amenities as barriers to the rising seas kept me reading. The article talks about the massive floodgate that has been built to block incoming floods; the floodgate is twice the size of the Eiffel Tower. Finally, the article talked about how Rotterdam, a city in the Netherlands, is building rooftop parks and floating gardens. However, the article did fail to fully describe how these projects were going to look and how effective they might be. Overall, the article kept me intrigued by introducing the interesting solution being implemented by the Dutch to deter the rising seas.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/06/learning/are-you-being-raised-to-purs...
Among the articles of the week, this topic grabbed my attention. Unlike this article have mentioned, as fro the Asian parents, they favour men and boys over women and girls, However, it's also true that girls have more chances to choose their favourite occupations. For example: some people believed that it's ok and suitable for women and girls to become chefs, but not for men. It's because, mostly in a family, a mother or a woman is usually a housewife. As a conclusion, I think everyone must accept any types of genders to have their own choices for their careers and lives. A person has their rights to choose what types of genders they wished to be, what kind of dreams they aimed to pursue, and many others more.
Among the articles of the week, this topic grabbed my attention. Unlike this article have mentioned, as fro the Asian parents, they favour men and boys over women and girls, However, it's also true that girls have more chances to choose their favourite occupations. For example: some people believed that it's ok and suitable for women and girls to become chefs, but not for men. It's because, mostly in a family, a mother or a woman is usually a housewife. As a conclusion, I think everyone must accept any types of genders to have their own choices for their careers and lives. A person has their rights to choose what types of genders they wished to be, what kind of dreams they aimed to pursue, and many others more.
The article that was most interesting/inspiring to me this week from the New York Times was "Loving, 50 years later". I cannot imagine not having the ability to choose whom to marry solely based on race. This article was especially interesting to me as I never before knew of this unjust law. Despite the fact that I come from a caucasian family with European heritage, the fact that discrimination in marriage once existed in America sickens me. America is referred to as the “land of the free”, but in the 1960s, before the Supreme Court ruling Loving v. Virginia, Americans were not free to love those with different color skin or different beliefs. Now, this ruling allows love to be colorblind and impacts the lives of many Americans. This article teaches readers about the dark, prejudiced history of America and gives hope for the future by showing examples of happy biracial couples. For this reason I was interested and inspired by this story.
Germany Raids Homes of 36 People Accused of Hateful Postings Over Social Media
More and more each day I see more attacks on free speech. Now a lot of people may ask where do we draw that fine line between okay and not okay to say? This subject leads to the article published by the New York Time, which discusses Germany's new actions regarding online speech. The German government wants to be able to, “fine Facebook, Twitter and other outlets ... if they failed to remove hate speech and other forms of illegal content.”. Hate speech and illegal content are broad terms could cover many things, meaning it would be impossible to remove anything they considered as “illegal”. More importantly, it would be suppressing the inalienable right of free speech. The German government is already throwing its dissidents in jail, “Under German law, social media users are subject to... a prison sentence of up to five years for inciting racial hatred.”. What could their definition of racial hatred be? If a German citizen said, “The amount of terrorism has increased greatly ever since Germany let in hundreds of thousands of refugees, and I think we should do something about it.”. Could that not be interpreted and skewed as racial hatred and the next thing you know is that that person is thrown in jail. We all have a right to express out opinions, as Evelyn Beatrice Hall once said, “I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it.”
More and more each day I see more attacks on free speech. Now a lot of people may ask where do we draw that fine line between okay and not okay to say? This subject leads to the article published by the New York Time, which discusses Germany's new actions regarding online speech. The German government wants to be able to, “fine Facebook, Twitter and other outlets ... if they failed to remove hate speech and other forms of illegal content.”. Hate speech and illegal content are broad terms could cover many things, meaning it would be impossible to remove anything they considered as “illegal”. More importantly, it would be suppressing the inalienable right of free speech. The German government is already throwing its dissidents in jail, “Under German law, social media users are subject to... a prison sentence of up to five years for inciting racial hatred.”. What could their definition of racial hatred be? If a German citizen said, “The amount of terrorism has increased greatly ever since Germany let in hundreds of thousands of refugees, and I think we should do something about it.”. Could that not be interpreted and skewed as racial hatred and the next thing you know is that that person is thrown in jail. We all have a right to express out opinions, as Evelyn Beatrice Hall once said, “I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it.”
“Justices to Hear Major Challenge to Partisan Gerrymandering”
Of late, American politics has seemingly devolved into shouting gibberish and a general feeling of hopelessness. It is a deeply negative, cynical environment; yet, still, there should be bipartisan support for democracy. Even so, approval for the suspicious redistricting process known as “gerrymandering” bounces back and forth as political clout does. This week, I was particularly interested in an article about the Supreme Court’s announcement that they will be hearing challenges to those redistricting practices. The article itself presents a mostly unbiased point of view; however, I would conclude, based on statistics like 63 out of 99 seats won with only 52% of the vote, that gerrymandering is an inherently undemocratic process. Still, it is important to note that the Court’s decision is expected to split along partisan lines. This specific case benefited the Republican party; the four liberal members of the Court are expected to rule against it, and the decision will probably rest on the moderate Justice Kennedy. This partisan split particularly interests me because it is so reflective of the deep division that prevents even the most minor of issues from being resolved (though, to be fair, the gerrymandering case is not necessarily so clear-cut). I would posit that in a climate this divisive, it is incredibly difficult to get anything done, and it is perhaps time for the return of the compromise.
Of late, American politics has seemingly devolved into shouting gibberish and a general feeling of hopelessness. It is a deeply negative, cynical environment; yet, still, there should be bipartisan support for democracy. Even so, approval for the suspicious redistricting process known as “gerrymandering” bounces back and forth as political clout does. This week, I was particularly interested in an article about the Supreme Court’s announcement that they will be hearing challenges to those redistricting practices. The article itself presents a mostly unbiased point of view; however, I would conclude, based on statistics like 63 out of 99 seats won with only 52% of the vote, that gerrymandering is an inherently undemocratic process. Still, it is important to note that the Court’s decision is expected to split along partisan lines. This specific case benefited the Republican party; the four liberal members of the Court are expected to rule against it, and the decision will probably rest on the moderate Justice Kennedy. This partisan split particularly interests me because it is so reflective of the deep division that prevents even the most minor of issues from being resolved (though, to be fair, the gerrymandering case is not necessarily so clear-cut). I would posit that in a climate this divisive, it is incredibly difficult to get anything done, and it is perhaps time for the return of the compromise.
https://nyti.ms/2touYoz
I was interested in the article, "The Dutch Have Solutions to Rising Seas. The World is Watching" by Michael Kimmelman, due to my vast interest in global health and the protection of the Earth. This article was intriguing due to the insane and innovative ideas and concepts the Dutch have constructed to deal with and live with global warming and climate changes. Due to the Netherlands being below sea level in almost all of its land, the Dutch have had to deal with floods and terrible storms that have killed thousands. Many other countries, like America, try to ignore global warming and the harm growing against the planet. The ways in which humans use resources and destroy nature is resulting in catastrophic changes and altercations to the ecosystems and life on Earth. The Netherlands is the first country that I have heard of that is taking productive and accepting actions to live with this global warming and environment changes instead of just trying to conceal it. The Dutch have realized that these changes are not reversible anymore, the damage is done and now the aftermath is something we all need to live with. This realization and enlightenment on the after effects of global warming and climate changes is the attitude that will actually make a difference in the future of the planet. By accepting these changes and finding safer and effective ways to handle the planets fragile environment we will be able to ensure the future life of planet Earth.
I was interested in the article, "The Dutch Have Solutions to Rising Seas. The World is Watching" by Michael Kimmelman, due to my vast interest in global health and the protection of the Earth. This article was intriguing due to the insane and innovative ideas and concepts the Dutch have constructed to deal with and live with global warming and climate changes. Due to the Netherlands being below sea level in almost all of its land, the Dutch have had to deal with floods and terrible storms that have killed thousands. Many other countries, like America, try to ignore global warming and the harm growing against the planet. The ways in which humans use resources and destroy nature is resulting in catastrophic changes and altercations to the ecosystems and life on Earth. The Netherlands is the first country that I have heard of that is taking productive and accepting actions to live with this global warming and environment changes instead of just trying to conceal it. The Dutch have realized that these changes are not reversible anymore, the damage is done and now the aftermath is something we all need to live with. This realization and enlightenment on the after effects of global warming and climate changes is the attitude that will actually make a difference in the future of the planet. By accepting these changes and finding safer and effective ways to handle the planets fragile environment we will be able to ensure the future life of planet Earth.
Imagine eating your own share of food, sleeping on a mattress, or having accessibility to water at the lift of a sink faucet. While they may seem like mindless habits for most Americans, these activities are luxuries for refugees entering into the United States. As millions flee their homes in hopes of new opportunity, they are exposed to new comforts and amenities that Americans take for granted everyday.
The Op-Doc video, “Hotel U.S.A.” follows several refugee families as they spend their first night in the United States. It shocked me that one child had never used a sink before or even seen himself in a full mirror. His pure elation at these newfound items made me reflect that I use a sink several times a day and have a mirror in my own bedroom. We use such conveniences without realizing and truly appreciating them. Our ungrateful stomachs are full of food, while the young refugees shown in the video were ecstatic to eat a small portion of rice and meat. How blessed are we to have such extravagances that many others do not encounter?
I believe it is impossible to consistently value the full worth of everyday items unless you have lived life without them. However, this video made me realize that remembering to be grateful for what we have is a step in the right direction. Next time you use the sink, savor a full meal, or even enjoy a TV show, remember how fortunate you are by putting yourself in the shoes of the refugees and millions of others deprived of such comforts.
The Op-Doc video, “Hotel U.S.A.” follows several refugee families as they spend their first night in the United States. It shocked me that one child had never used a sink before or even seen himself in a full mirror. His pure elation at these newfound items made me reflect that I use a sink several times a day and have a mirror in my own bedroom. We use such conveniences without realizing and truly appreciating them. Our ungrateful stomachs are full of food, while the young refugees shown in the video were ecstatic to eat a small portion of rice and meat. How blessed are we to have such extravagances that many others do not encounter?
I believe it is impossible to consistently value the full worth of everyday items unless you have lived life without them. However, this video made me realize that remembering to be grateful for what we have is a step in the right direction. Next time you use the sink, savor a full meal, or even enjoy a TV show, remember how fortunate you are by putting yourself in the shoes of the refugees and millions of others deprived of such comforts.
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Steve Scalise Among 4 Shot at Baseball Field; Suspect Is Dead
Being a 9nth grader who doesn’t read many newspapers, anything caught my eye. But I had looked to this first since it was all over the news. On the local news, the national news... I had thought, why was everyone on the same topic?
“A lone gunman who was said to be distraught over President Trump’s election opened fire on members of the Republican congressional baseball team at a practice field in this Washington suburb on Wednesday...”
Okay, I thought. Things were getting a bit heated up… I read on.
“‘He was hunting us at that point,’ said Representative Mike Bishop, Republican of Michigan, who was standing at home plate when the shooting began.”
Then I stumbled upon this- what did he mean by “he was hunting us”? Was he firing at specific people? Was he targeting someone, or was it just to hurt- or even kill- as many people as he possibly could? I paused on that sentence, contemplating it for a few moments before still yet reading on. Then came along this.
“...‘the field was basically a killing field — it’s really sick and very sad.’” This made me really think.
“‘If not for the detail who stepped up with basic revolvers, we would’ve all been dead,’ Representative Bishop said.”
Such a small change can make such a large difference.
“‘They were disheveled,’ Mr. Miller said, ‘emotionally shaken, covered in dirt.’”
Then I realized how tough of a situation was.
And why everyone was poring over it.
Being a 9nth grader who doesn’t read many newspapers, anything caught my eye. But I had looked to this first since it was all over the news. On the local news, the national news... I had thought, why was everyone on the same topic?
“A lone gunman who was said to be distraught over President Trump’s election opened fire on members of the Republican congressional baseball team at a practice field in this Washington suburb on Wednesday...”
Okay, I thought. Things were getting a bit heated up… I read on.
“‘He was hunting us at that point,’ said Representative Mike Bishop, Republican of Michigan, who was standing at home plate when the shooting began.”
Then I stumbled upon this- what did he mean by “he was hunting us”? Was he firing at specific people? Was he targeting someone, or was it just to hurt- or even kill- as many people as he possibly could? I paused on that sentence, contemplating it for a few moments before still yet reading on. Then came along this.
“...‘the field was basically a killing field — it’s really sick and very sad.’” This made me really think.
“‘If not for the detail who stepped up with basic revolvers, we would’ve all been dead,’ Representative Bishop said.”
Such a small change can make such a large difference.
“‘They were disheveled,’ Mr. Miller said, ‘emotionally shaken, covered in dirt.’”
Then I realized how tough of a situation was.
And why everyone was poring over it.
The topic that interested me the most this week was the article "Same sex parents still face legal complications". Even after the law passed allowing gay marriage there is still places that have issues with same sex couples. The article said that if same sex couples go into certain states with adopted children it will be like they are not parents. Some states also will not let same sex couples adopt children because it is against their religious point of views. This really frustrates me I don't understand why people cannot understand that they are not being affected by other people's choices, love is love. The reason I find this article interesting is because even with laws people still are not ok with same sex marriage. I understand that everyone has their own opinion but I don't think that just because that's your opinion that you are aloud to not let a same sex couple adopt a kid. If it doesn't affect you, then why is it a problem? I find it intresting that not everyone can let people be themselves and love who they want.
In the world of entertainment, there is one aspect that is extremely important. Catering to your demographic. In the comic book world, the demographic is, for the most part, preteen boys and young men. For decades comics were seen as something a boy would enjoy, of course that has changed over the years with more diverse inclusions in the audiences. Men in comic books express the power fantasy, with huge muscles and fantastic abilities. They're supposed to make a boy reading think, “wow, I'd like to be like him.” Of course, with a powerful male character you have to have a woman as a love interest, or as I like to call it, an accessory to the main character. Women through years of comic books have been portrayed as weak and cowardly and have to be saved by the main character of the story. Of course there are female superheroes as well, clad in skin tight bodysuits to highlight the sexual parts of the female body. For years this has been the norm, to cater to the male fantasy of having a women with large breasts and a small waist sticking to your side, as an accessory. One of the most recent Hollywood blockbusters, DC Comics’ “Wonder Woman”, had a completely different take on female superheroes and women in comics. The article I read explaining the highlighting of female empowerment and oppression in movies really resonated with me. I was glad to see Wonder Woman as her own super hero, the main hero of the group she lead and not just an additional gratuitous female character.
"America made me a feminist” - Paulina Porizkova
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-a...
Growing up in America, I’d like to fashion myself as a feminist. I believe in the equality of women and men in every single aspect of life. I also believe that I can grow up and live in a world where I can get the same opportunities as a male, as a women. But, being a feminist has also made me feel that I have to grow up to the impossible. It has made me feel subjected to grow up to be a perfect mom but also be a just individual that is highly successful in her own right to be able to freely speak out for myself.
Being a feminist shouldn't be something to be scared of. It's not something females call ourselves because we “reek of insecurities.” Being a feminist should be of your own choice and for yourself. But for me, being a feminist is a fear. I fear for the imperfect me and my voice being drowned out by all the doubters and haters. I fear that being a feminist is not something that I want to be but have to be in the fear of others mocking and downsizing me into a women who does not think or speak for herself.
To Ms. Paulina, America has made her into a feminist because she feels the need to stand up for herself in this country. But for me, being a feminist in America feels like a obligation and not a need.
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-a...
Growing up in America, I’d like to fashion myself as a feminist. I believe in the equality of women and men in every single aspect of life. I also believe that I can grow up and live in a world where I can get the same opportunities as a male, as a women. But, being a feminist has also made me feel that I have to grow up to the impossible. It has made me feel subjected to grow up to be a perfect mom but also be a just individual that is highly successful in her own right to be able to freely speak out for myself.
Being a feminist shouldn't be something to be scared of. It's not something females call ourselves because we “reek of insecurities.” Being a feminist should be of your own choice and for yourself. But for me, being a feminist is a fear. I fear for the imperfect me and my voice being drowned out by all the doubters and haters. I fear that being a feminist is not something that I want to be but have to be in the fear of others mocking and downsizing me into a women who does not think or speak for herself.
To Ms. Paulina, America has made her into a feminist because she feels the need to stand up for herself in this country. But for me, being a feminist in America feels like a obligation and not a need.
“America made me a feminist” - Paulina Porizkova
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-a...
Growing up in America, I’d like to fashion myself as a feminist. I believe in the equality of women and men in every single aspect of life. I also believe that I can grow up and live in a world where I can get the same opportunities as a male, as a women. But, being a feminist has also made me feel that I have to grow up to the impossible. It has made me feel subjected to grow up to be a perfect mom but also be a just individual that is highly successful in her own right to be able to freely speak out for myself.
Being a feminist shouldn't be something to be scared of. It's not something females call ourselves because we “reek of insecurities.” Being a feminist should be of your own choice and for yourself. But for me, being a feminist is a fear. I fear for the imperfect me and my voice being drowned out by all the doubters and haters. I fear that being a feminist is not something that I want to be but have to be in the fear of others mocking and downsizing me into a women who does not think or speak for herself.
To Ms. Paulina, America has made her into a feminist because she feels the need to stand up for herself in this country. But for me, being a feminist in America feels like a obligation and not a need.
https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-a...
Growing up in America, I’d like to fashion myself as a feminist. I believe in the equality of women and men in every single aspect of life. I also believe that I can grow up and live in a world where I can get the same opportunities as a male, as a women. But, being a feminist has also made me feel that I have to grow up to the impossible. It has made me feel subjected to grow up to be a perfect mom but also be a just individual that is highly successful in her own right to be able to freely speak out for myself.
Being a feminist shouldn't be something to be scared of. It's not something females call ourselves because we “reek of insecurities.” Being a feminist should be of your own choice and for yourself. But for me, being a feminist is a fear. I fear for the imperfect me and my voice being drowned out by all the doubters and haters. I fear that being a feminist is not something that I want to be but have to be in the fear of others mocking and downsizing me into a women who does not think or speak for herself.
To Ms. Paulina, America has made her into a feminist because she feels the need to stand up for herself in this country. But for me, being a feminist in America feels like a obligation and not a need.
What drew me to “Inspired by War Zones, Balloon Device May Save Civilians From Fatal Blood Loss” by Denise Grady was its hook: a vivid description of Jessica Williams, a victim of the May 18 attack where a vehicle struck and killed one person and injured twenty-two others in Times Square. Grady opens the article by appealing to pathos, immediately evoking interest and suspense by describing the dire scene at the accident, and provides a fluid transition to introduce the ER-Reboa catheter, the balloon-like device used to stop Williams’ hemorrhaging inside her pelvis. By including an instance where the use of ER-Reboa was successful, Grady introduces her argument that the ER-Reboa is a vital tool for medical surgeons and first responders. She further supports her argument by including statements made by ER-Reboa’s developers, Dr. Rasmussen and Dr. Eliason. Their remarks establish that the device is meant to be used in emergency situations, when complex, bulky equipment is less than ideal. The author also provides other examples of successful cases where ER-Reboa stopped internal bleeding, including an instance where it was used to aid in a cesarean section for a Jehovah’s Witness patient who could not accept blood transfusions. Although ER-Reboa is not the “second coming of Jesus Christ,” as it is not a miracle device that can save any patient, it is definitely a vital tool that has already proven itself to be invaluable in many situations.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers" is a compelling article that requires the reader to truly have an objective view of the situation before coming to hasty conclusions. If such conclusions are made, the emotional implications of the described situation can be easily ignored.
In reality, there is so much more to this story than meets the eye. Conrad had entered into a dark place in his life--partially because of the poor luck he had (parents divorce, etc.), but mainly because he had developed a sort of learned helplessness that left him feeling devoid of meaning. And Michelle, who had apparently been through suicidal thoughts of her own, provided Conrad comfort. In most cases, it's good to know that there are always others who struggle in the same ways that we do, but in this case, Michelle had used her influence of similarity and understanding on Conrad to lead him to his downfall. And while it's easy to point fingers at Michelle and deem her a murderer, one has to remember that she was emotionally unstable herself.
The main reason why this article captured my interest is because it forced me to truly empathize for the two, as I'm very lucky to not be in their situation. And while suicide is still VERY wrong in any scenario, I feel like I was able to truly examine their situation objectively and fairly, rather than bash them for their mistakes.
Nuance is crucial, and it should be applied when considering ANY situation.
In reality, there is so much more to this story than meets the eye. Conrad had entered into a dark place in his life--partially because of the poor luck he had (parents divorce, etc.), but mainly because he had developed a sort of learned helplessness that left him feeling devoid of meaning. And Michelle, who had apparently been through suicidal thoughts of her own, provided Conrad comfort. In most cases, it's good to know that there are always others who struggle in the same ways that we do, but in this case, Michelle had used her influence of similarity and understanding on Conrad to lead him to his downfall. And while it's easy to point fingers at Michelle and deem her a murderer, one has to remember that she was emotionally unstable herself.
The main reason why this article captured my interest is because it forced me to truly empathize for the two, as I'm very lucky to not be in their situation. And while suicide is still VERY wrong in any scenario, I feel like I was able to truly examine their situation objectively and fairly, rather than bash them for their mistakes.
Nuance is crucial, and it should be applied when considering ANY situation.
"Otto Warmbier, American Student Released From North Korea, Dies" By Sheryl G. Stolberg
This article caught my attention because in the past, I heard about the student who was detained by the North Koreans for stealing a poster. The article wasn't interesting, it was heartbreaking. The North Koreans are known for their brutality, but in the article, it stated that there was no evidence of broken bones or physical abuse. I believe that Mr. Warmbier slipped into a coma because of acts of violence. I can't imagine what Mr. Warmbier went through, but reading the parents' description of his state was heartbreaking. Mr. Warmbier couldn't speak, see, or react. His time in North Korea was probably so traumatic that he fell into such a state. According to his parents, he's home and at peace now. It's sad, but he's home, no longer stuck in North Korea. His passing was at home, and that's way better than a cell in North Korea. Many of us would hear the cruel acts of the North Koreans, and wonder, "Do they have any compassion? Are they human at all?" Yes, they're humans, humans can be unbelievably cruel and a question that will always remain is, "Why?" This question can be answered in multiple ways. We may be from different races, Asian, American Indian, African American, White, Native Hawaiian, etc., but a race we all share is the human race. We're all humans and no one deserves to be treated cruely. However, with all the conflicts and tension, living in harmony may never happen.
This article caught my attention because in the past, I heard about the student who was detained by the North Koreans for stealing a poster. The article wasn't interesting, it was heartbreaking. The North Koreans are known for their brutality, but in the article, it stated that there was no evidence of broken bones or physical abuse. I believe that Mr. Warmbier slipped into a coma because of acts of violence. I can't imagine what Mr. Warmbier went through, but reading the parents' description of his state was heartbreaking. Mr. Warmbier couldn't speak, see, or react. His time in North Korea was probably so traumatic that he fell into such a state. According to his parents, he's home and at peace now. It's sad, but he's home, no longer stuck in North Korea. His passing was at home, and that's way better than a cell in North Korea. Many of us would hear the cruel acts of the North Koreans, and wonder, "Do they have any compassion? Are they human at all?" Yes, they're humans, humans can be unbelievably cruel and a question that will always remain is, "Why?" This question can be answered in multiple ways. We may be from different races, Asian, American Indian, African American, White, Native Hawaiian, etc., but a race we all share is the human race. We're all humans and no one deserves to be treated cruely. However, with all the conflicts and tension, living in harmony may never happen.
About half the world's population is female -- a statistic that would not be evident by looking at the way women are represented in Hollywood.
The article that caught my attention in particular this week was "The Triumph of 'Wonder Woman'". As I've grown up, I've become more aware of the way women are depicted in contemporary culture, with the entertainment industry being at the forefront. As mentioned in the article, there are dozens of male superheroes, with a disproportionate amount of female ones. The new movie Wonder Woman, however, is helping change that. Though I have not seen the movie, I plan to after reading how monumental it is as a representation of women in the media. Kids absorb the messages of films like this, often unknowingly, and the strong female lead supports the mindset that women can have the same success as men. It encourages feminism -- not by ignoring femininity, yet by embracing it instead.
But there's more than one wonder woman behind this film. The director, Patty Jenkins, is among the 1.9% of the few female directors whose movies have made the top grossing list in Hollywood. Her achievements with this film have made strides for women in the film industry.
This movie also comes about at a controversial time in politics. After the Women's March in January, the equality movement is becoming stronger than ever, despite the country's new administration. The success of Wonder Woman is a huge step in closing the gender gap both onscreen and off.
The article that caught my attention in particular this week was "The Triumph of 'Wonder Woman'". As I've grown up, I've become more aware of the way women are depicted in contemporary culture, with the entertainment industry being at the forefront. As mentioned in the article, there are dozens of male superheroes, with a disproportionate amount of female ones. The new movie Wonder Woman, however, is helping change that. Though I have not seen the movie, I plan to after reading how monumental it is as a representation of women in the media. Kids absorb the messages of films like this, often unknowingly, and the strong female lead supports the mindset that women can have the same success as men. It encourages feminism -- not by ignoring femininity, yet by embracing it instead.
But there's more than one wonder woman behind this film. The director, Patty Jenkins, is among the 1.9% of the few female directors whose movies have made the top grossing list in Hollywood. Her achievements with this film have made strides for women in the film industry.
This movie also comes about at a controversial time in politics. After the Women's March in January, the equality movement is becoming stronger than ever, despite the country's new administration. The success of Wonder Woman is a huge step in closing the gender gap both onscreen and off.
TRIAL OVER SUICIDE AND TEXTING LAYS BARE PAIN OF 2 TEENAGERS
It is amazing and terrifying when one thinks about how much power words hold. Something so simple could have the potential to raise or lower spirits, to live or to die. I did not expect to read about Michelle Carter in trial because of her encouraging her “boyfriend,” Conrad Roy III, to commit suicide. How can someone be advocating for someone to end their life; shouldn’t we be helping as many people as possible instead of telling them to kill themselves? I understand that although words do hold a significant amount of weight, sometimes we say things we don't mean. On a daily basis, the things I say are unfiltered. Carter was most likely delusional when she took new drugs that caused her shift from wanting Conrad to live to one where she wants Conrad to die. She has severe depression and I'm not saying that it justifies her actions, but it is something to take in consideration. In middle school, my classmate’s brother killed himself because of the words he received from another, just like Conrad. Although Carter might have had good intentions, she will always be associated with Conrad's death. I find this overused phrase incorrect: “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never break me.” In these two situations, words caused unbearable pain. This article caught my attention and instilled within me the importance of kindness and selflessness. It is time to use our voice and words to empower the world.
It is amazing and terrifying when one thinks about how much power words hold. Something so simple could have the potential to raise or lower spirits, to live or to die. I did not expect to read about Michelle Carter in trial because of her encouraging her “boyfriend,” Conrad Roy III, to commit suicide. How can someone be advocating for someone to end their life; shouldn’t we be helping as many people as possible instead of telling them to kill themselves? I understand that although words do hold a significant amount of weight, sometimes we say things we don't mean. On a daily basis, the things I say are unfiltered. Carter was most likely delusional when she took new drugs that caused her shift from wanting Conrad to live to one where she wants Conrad to die. She has severe depression and I'm not saying that it justifies her actions, but it is something to take in consideration. In middle school, my classmate’s brother killed himself because of the words he received from another, just like Conrad. Although Carter might have had good intentions, she will always be associated with Conrad's death. I find this overused phrase incorrect: “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never break me.” In these two situations, words caused unbearable pain. This article caught my attention and instilled within me the importance of kindness and selflessness. It is time to use our voice and words to empower the world.
In my life, one that contains an absurd amount of privilege, the internet is taken for granted in a similar way to that of some people referenced in the article "No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India". This article briefly describes that men in Taradand, a rural part of india almost exclusively use the internet to share films with each other. With a tool that contains more knowledge than any one human being could ever grasp in a lifetime, people choose to simply amuse each other? And I admit the very same principle is at work here in the United States. However, when the population can fully conceive the abundance of insight on every topic that a person could imagine, then I expect that the world as a whole will go through an advancement beyond any other that has passed.
"The Symptoms of Dying" https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/well/live/the-symptoms-of-dying.html?...®ion=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=2&pgtype=sectionfront
When I was fourteen years old, I watched my grandmother die. I was there when she signed her life away to hospice, I was there when she cried with her friends who said their goodbyes, and I was there when she took her last breath. My grandmother had several symptoms of dying, and the cancer was just one of them. Above all, my grandmother was terminally agitated. I have never experienced someone who wanted to die more. The woman cursed each morning to discover it wasn't her time. Our whole family stopped praying for her health and instead began to pray that God would just take her already. We loved her enough to know what was best for her and although death is never an easy thing to handle, the symptoms of death are even harder.
Turns out all she needed was my grandfathers permission. One Sunday afternoon as he sat by her bedside she jolted and took a big breath, staring him right in the eyes. "It's okay honey, you can let go," he whispered. She closed her eyes and finally slipped away. As poetic as that may seem, it's not what sticks with me the most. Its the weeks leading to that that replay over and over in my head. It is the symptoms of death that I can not forget.
When I was fourteen years old, I watched my grandmother die. I was there when she signed her life away to hospice, I was there when she cried with her friends who said their goodbyes, and I was there when she took her last breath. My grandmother had several symptoms of dying, and the cancer was just one of them. Above all, my grandmother was terminally agitated. I have never experienced someone who wanted to die more. The woman cursed each morning to discover it wasn't her time. Our whole family stopped praying for her health and instead began to pray that God would just take her already. We loved her enough to know what was best for her and although death is never an easy thing to handle, the symptoms of death are even harder.
Turns out all she needed was my grandfathers permission. One Sunday afternoon as he sat by her bedside she jolted and took a big breath, staring him right in the eyes. "It's okay honey, you can let go," he whispered. She closed her eyes and finally slipped away. As poetic as that may seem, it's not what sticks with me the most. Its the weeks leading to that that replay over and over in my head. It is the symptoms of death that I can not forget.
A lot has happened this week on the NYTimes, however, there is one article that has interested me this week was: "Can Amazon Be the Next Apple". I was shocked at the title of the article. Amazon replacing Apple? Once I read the article I became aware that Amazon is not taking over Apple in products but in sales. According to the article, Amazon has plans in partnering with large grocery stores such as a Whole Foods in order to broaden its business. If Amazon partners up with Whole Foods, Amazon can beat Apple in terms of business.
"Nintendo Switch: Unconventional Hype for an Unusual Game Console" broke down the way game consoles are released, especially by Nintendo. I thought this was a clever combination of news and analysis of past patterns, and found the simple bliss of summer's meaningless crusades on a site chock full of the threats of the modern world.
The graphs were incredibly informative and the breakdown was equally so while simultaneously a fun break from politics and terrorists. Nintendo obviously knows how to get a lot of attention, but the graphs also show how momentary, albeit large, this can be. They're still stuck in the twentieth century on occasion, and the gaming giant appears to have adapted to continually shortening attention spans by giving bits and pieces, apple-style, and it appears to working thus far.
Ultimately, this article liking won't have any real influence on my life, but it was fun, and it just might.
The graphs were incredibly informative and the breakdown was equally so while simultaneously a fun break from politics and terrorists. Nintendo obviously knows how to get a lot of attention, but the graphs also show how momentary, albeit large, this can be. They're still stuck in the twentieth century on occasion, and the gaming giant appears to have adapted to continually shortening attention spans by giving bits and pieces, apple-style, and it appears to working thus far.
Ultimately, this article liking won't have any real influence on my life, but it was fun, and it just might.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/09/movies/the-25-best-films-...
The article that interested me this week is "The 25 Best Films of the 21st Century So Far" by Manohla Dargis and A.O. Scott. I realized in reading the article that there were many similarities between many of the films. Most of the films on the list had ties to experiences in the human life. For example, "Spirited Away", "Inside Out", "Boyhood", and "Moonlight" all have themes of growing up. Other films on the list deal with past events, such as "Timbuktu" and "Munich". Also, most of the films on the list were live action with the exception of "Inside Out" and "Spirited Away".
The article that interested me this week is "The 25 Best Films of the 21st Century So Far" by Manohla Dargis and A.O. Scott. I realized in reading the article that there were many similarities between many of the films. Most of the films on the list had ties to experiences in the human life. For example, "Spirited Away", "Inside Out", "Boyhood", and "Moonlight" all have themes of growing up. Other films on the list deal with past events, such as "Timbuktu" and "Munich". Also, most of the films on the list were live action with the exception of "Inside Out" and "Spirited Away".
The article that interested me this week was "Loving, 50 Years Later"; it had interested me for several different reasons. To start, I'm Korean, so I know what it's like coming from a more traditional immigrant family, so some of these stories made sense to me. I recognized some of the story tellers' parents to be like mine, and others not so much; my parents had told me that I am allowed to love and marry whomever I chose, despite race or gender, and I'm lucky to have such accepting families. Though, it made me sad to know that other families are so against transracial marriage, because I'm a firm believer in the belief that 'love is love is love'. To add on, I chose to read this article because I have a pretty open mind at the moment since it's LGBTQ+ month, and transracial marriages are treated pretty similarly to gay marriages, whether people realize that or not. People don't realize that this form of racism is still very relevant today; even if someone's not straight up like "You're African-American, so I hate you," they're still racist if they look at an African-American married to a Caucasian and they think that that's not right. Moreover, each and every story interested me in their own special way. As mentioned in the article, "love is colorblind." Even though people can alter how much of their culture their incorporate into their everyday lives, it won't define you, but it can be a part of you. The stories taught important lessons that everyone can learn from.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/us/suicide-texting-manslaughter-teena...
Looking around our family dinner table, my mother comments on the distracting presence of cellphones in our hands. In her perspective, we, as a generation, are often too caught up by devices and constantly allowing ourselves to be connected through its many platforms. This capitalization on technological interactions at home is what sparked my interest in the New York Times article this week, “Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of Two Teenagers”. Hearing that the deciding factor in such a serious trial will come down to the texts, that were sent between two teenagers, is enough to hit home. In the article, it is stated that Michelle Carter, who was 17 at the time of the 2014 incident, encouraged her then 18-year-old boyfriend, Conrad Roy III, to commit suicide. As the scene played out, she took his uncertainties into her own hands; Carter ordered her boyfriend over the phone to get back into his truck, that was quickly filling with lethal fumes. If her persistency to have Roy follow through with his plan to kill himself had not been over traceable texts, would Carter be in question for involuntary manslaughter at all? The majority of teenagers with access to cellphones are aware that messages can be shared via screenshot, but I ask myself if Michelle Carter ever considered her words being evidence for a nation to criticize.
Looking around our family dinner table, my mother comments on the distracting presence of cellphones in our hands. In her perspective, we, as a generation, are often too caught up by devices and constantly allowing ourselves to be connected through its many platforms. This capitalization on technological interactions at home is what sparked my interest in the New York Times article this week, “Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of Two Teenagers”. Hearing that the deciding factor in such a serious trial will come down to the texts, that were sent between two teenagers, is enough to hit home. In the article, it is stated that Michelle Carter, who was 17 at the time of the 2014 incident, encouraged her then 18-year-old boyfriend, Conrad Roy III, to commit suicide. As the scene played out, she took his uncertainties into her own hands; Carter ordered her boyfriend over the phone to get back into his truck, that was quickly filling with lethal fumes. If her persistency to have Roy follow through with his plan to kill himself had not been over traceable texts, would Carter be in question for involuntary manslaughter at all? The majority of teenagers with access to cellphones are aware that messages can be shared via screenshot, but I ask myself if Michelle Carter ever considered her words being evidence for a nation to criticize.
As I was looking through the plethora of articles that the New York Times has to offer, I was taken aback by Wesley Morris's article,"How to Think About Bill Cosby and ‘The Cosby Show’". Morris's article details the recent sexual abuse allegations that celebrity Bill Cosby has been accused of, as well as his trial and how these situations have effected the public perception of his career. I found Morris's argument to be effective upon initial inspection on how these recent allegations have tainted the career of Bill Cosby. Morris provides great arguments for his thesis. A perfect example of this is how Morris brings up Cosby's now infamous Pound Cake Speech, essentially arguing that African Americans are their own obstacles at a 2004 N.A.A.C.P. commemoration ceremony is now made worse now knowing who he truly his flashing forward to 2017. The speech is no longer considered ignorant or annoying, it can now be seen as hypocritical. A man who has committed such acts as rape and sexual assault shouldn't have any right to lecture African Americans on their life style. Another point made in the article is examining Cosby's roles outside of the Cosby Show. Cosby starred in the 1976 film “Mother, Jugs & Speed”. Cosby plays the role of Mother, who at some point in the film jokes about securing a rape whistle for Jugs, another character in the film. With the recent rape allegations, its hard to take the joke as a joke, as its also hard to see Bill Cosby the same way as before.
The article that interested me the most this week was "Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers" by Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood. In general, this topic was very personal to me. I get that the defendant, Ms. Carter, was going through issues on her own but she should not have texted her boyfriend to commit suicide. I also understand that she had tried to help him in the past. However, I do not agree with her reason to text him to commit suicide. He was off his antidepressants and to text saying to commit suicide is idiotic. No matter how she saw it, she should have continued to urge him to take his medicine. To be very blunt, what did she expect to happen when she urged him to take his own life. bengal12Emilie122900
The article that interested me this week is "Fatal Police Shooting of Seattle Woman Raises Mental Health Questions" by Matthew Haag. I think that the police could have handled the situation much better because the knew that the woman was probably not mentally stable due to a episode she had earlier were she had called the police the devil and was holding scissors to youngest daughter she eventually surrendered. After this event had happened when she called they should have thought about how they would handle her if she had an "episode".
"A Chicken Sandwich Hitches A Ride to the Stratosphere"
What interested me the most in the NY Times this week was how the fact the Arizona Company first planned to send tourist off to Stratosphere on an adventure to see the Earth's planets and space but it only ended up being a tangy fried chicken sandwich name Zinger to travel alone the flight.
What's funny about this article is the chicken sandwich was made up of all the fixing. Including the hand-breaded bun, with mayo even the lettuce. Who would've thought that someone would think of such an idea like this? Not me, but I do think do its a funny idea.
At first I was thinking how can a balloon stay in the air so long without anyone continuing to operate it but it happened because the article said that it remained in Stratosphere for up to 4 days going through all types of weather, climax, also mountains. I bet that chicken sandwich had a blast of fun traveling.
When I was reading more into the article it pointed out that this was part of World's Views plan which actually interested others to do the same but with other ideas and adventures. They thought of battery-operated items, roller coaster and more. They even came up with the idea to send passagers into space for only 6-8 hours just for the viewing of space but the cost was extremely high. I dont know if anyone would have agreed to this because I laughed but I would asked for a cheaper way but flying a balloon would be great.
What interested me the most in the NY Times this week was how the fact the Arizona Company first planned to send tourist off to Stratosphere on an adventure to see the Earth's planets and space but it only ended up being a tangy fried chicken sandwich name Zinger to travel alone the flight.
What's funny about this article is the chicken sandwich was made up of all the fixing. Including the hand-breaded bun, with mayo even the lettuce. Who would've thought that someone would think of such an idea like this? Not me, but I do think do its a funny idea.
At first I was thinking how can a balloon stay in the air so long without anyone continuing to operate it but it happened because the article said that it remained in Stratosphere for up to 4 days going through all types of weather, climax, also mountains. I bet that chicken sandwich had a blast of fun traveling.
When I was reading more into the article it pointed out that this was part of World's Views plan which actually interested others to do the same but with other ideas and adventures. They thought of battery-operated items, roller coaster and more. They even came up with the idea to send passagers into space for only 6-8 hours just for the viewing of space but the cost was extremely high. I dont know if anyone would have agreed to this because I laughed but I would asked for a cheaper way but flying a balloon would be great.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/19/health/drones-by-air.html?rref=collec...
This week in the New York times, the article “Drones to the Rescue” particularly caught my eye with the image of a man with a defibrillator attached to his chest, courtesy of a drone. The concept that flying machines have the ability to provide people with medical help amazes me, and solidifies the notion that we live in such an advanced society, which lead me to immediately click on this article. While reading this article, the one sentence that left me utterly flabbergasted was that the drones arrived “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances”. After reading this, the idea of using drones to do more than take cool pictures of beaches flooded my mind. How could it not have occurred to me before that we should use these devices in a more productive way? Articles like this really help open my mind and show me that ordinary objects can have more than one use. Even though this article was very eye opening and intriguing, it did not seem to possess a very solid argument. The author subtly presents information that would help curb the reader to support the use of drones, but the message is not clear enough. Although I like this artful way of convincing an audience, the idea that drones should be used to help patients is still unclear to many who may be reading the article.
This week in the New York times, the article “Drones to the Rescue” particularly caught my eye with the image of a man with a defibrillator attached to his chest, courtesy of a drone. The concept that flying machines have the ability to provide people with medical help amazes me, and solidifies the notion that we live in such an advanced society, which lead me to immediately click on this article. While reading this article, the one sentence that left me utterly flabbergasted was that the drones arrived “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances”. After reading this, the idea of using drones to do more than take cool pictures of beaches flooded my mind. How could it not have occurred to me before that we should use these devices in a more productive way? Articles like this really help open my mind and show me that ordinary objects can have more than one use. Even though this article was very eye opening and intriguing, it did not seem to possess a very solid argument. The author subtly presents information that would help curb the reader to support the use of drones, but the message is not clear enough. Although I like this artful way of convincing an audience, the idea that drones should be used to help patients is still unclear to many who may be reading the article.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/19/health/drones-by-air.html
While browsing the New York Times website this week, my eyes were immediately drawn to the Drones to the Rescue article. Though it was the title of the writing that had caught my attention, as I delved deeper into the piece, I knew I had made a smart decision. As written within the article, drones have become more than just a toy in our modern, technology bursting world. In fact, they may even transform into a clutch for saving lives in the near future. The Times briefs readers with the fact that the drones have the capacity to arrive “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances.” While seventeen minutes may seem like an insignificant amount of time at a first thought, every passing second could lead to the death of a victim. In this case, the immobile state that eighteen people were in could have left them completely helpless if it hadn’t been for the drones ability to provide the presence of defibrillators. With this data as evidence, the argument that drones should be larger parts of our lives is clear. Nonetheless, regardless of the obvious statement the argument is making, the article could have exhibited more scenarios in which a drone was the deciding factor of a life. The lack of legitimate life examples withholds readers from being able to form larger connections or heartfelt reactions to the writing, ultimately weakening the effectiveness of the argument.
While browsing the New York Times website this week, my eyes were immediately drawn to the Drones to the Rescue article. Though it was the title of the writing that had caught my attention, as I delved deeper into the piece, I knew I had made a smart decision. As written within the article, drones have become more than just a toy in our modern, technology bursting world. In fact, they may even transform into a clutch for saving lives in the near future. The Times briefs readers with the fact that the drones have the capacity to arrive “almost 17 minutes faster on average than ambulances.” While seventeen minutes may seem like an insignificant amount of time at a first thought, every passing second could lead to the death of a victim. In this case, the immobile state that eighteen people were in could have left them completely helpless if it hadn’t been for the drones ability to provide the presence of defibrillators. With this data as evidence, the argument that drones should be larger parts of our lives is clear. Nonetheless, regardless of the obvious statement the argument is making, the article could have exhibited more scenarios in which a drone was the deciding factor of a life. The lack of legitimate life examples withholds readers from being able to form larger connections or heartfelt reactions to the writing, ultimately weakening the effectiveness of the argument.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/15/arts/music/yoko-ono-to-share-credit-f...
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. I think this piece was a good representation of their love and how much they took care of each other.
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. I think this piece was a good representation of their love and how much they took care of each other.
The article “Are You Being Raised to Pursue Your Dreams?” by Caroline Crosson Gilpin interested me the most this week because it brought me a new perspective of feminism. I do agree with the fact that girls are told to be able to do anything they want, but somehow it doesn’t work the same for boys. I never really thought about how boys are discouraged to have interests in things that are considered feminine. Maybe it is because there are still stereotypes about how boys should be tough and strong, not feminine. I was born in a culture where there were a lot of stereotypes about how boys are considered to be stronger and more talented towards math and science related careers than girls. My parents told me that I could be anything I wanted to be if I work hard enough to pursue my dreams. There was a period during my childhood when I wanted to be a scientist, and my parents were okay and supportive with it. They were the same when I told them that I wanted to be an engineer, pediatrician, dentist and a business women. I am a person who often change what I want to be, and my parents are supportive in whatever I wanted to be as long as I am passionate and agrees to work hard for it. To raise children of any gender so that all children feel equal and nurtured to pursue their dreams would be quite challenging. All children should be taught that genders shouldn’t limit what they want to be and instead that they can be anything they want despite their gender if they work hard for it.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/science/nasa-astronauts-class-2017.html
The article that interested me the most this week was "NASA's Newest Class of Astronauts Is Ready to Hit the Pool" by Kenneth Chang. I think that by picking such a diverse group of people, NASA allows anyone to take the chance and try to become an astronaut. I was surprised to see that 5 of the 12 newest astronauts had previously served our country. I respect that so much. I found this article so interesting because I got to see the backgrounds of the astronauts and what they did before joining NASA. It's crazy to think that only 12 out of 18,300 applicants get chosen. I also think it's cool to know that the astronauts practice moon walking underwater and that they learn how to fly jets. I've always been fascinated with space exploration and I can't wait to see what the newest 12 astronauts do when they go into space.
The article that interested me the most this week was "NASA's Newest Class of Astronauts Is Ready to Hit the Pool" by Kenneth Chang. I think that by picking such a diverse group of people, NASA allows anyone to take the chance and try to become an astronaut. I was surprised to see that 5 of the 12 newest astronauts had previously served our country. I respect that so much. I found this article so interesting because I got to see the backgrounds of the astronauts and what they did before joining NASA. It's crazy to think that only 12 out of 18,300 applicants get chosen. I also think it's cool to know that the astronauts practice moon walking underwater and that they learn how to fly jets. I've always been fascinated with space exploration and I can't wait to see what the newest 12 astronauts do when they go into space.
https://nyti.ms/2tIPkcu
This video titled, "The Battle for Mosul" interested me because it really shows the other side of the story. Most people view this conflict as a battle, they never see the complexion of this war, this story. In the opening part of the video, soldiers walk into a battle field, risking their lives to save a few families. The woman is shown crying and showing so much appreciation. Sajjad, a commander in the video, has been in the military for 15 years. He leads an group of about 150 soldiers, and has a very difficult job. It was very cool to see not just the big picture, but to see all the little things these soldiers do that make a huge difference. Its cool to see that the soldiers not only fight together, but treat each other like family. The work hard, and when they get a chance, get to laugh and play. For us, we only see the governments view. We see the overall press and politicians perspective. And the politicians, they don't get to see the details, they vote on the big things that happen. Like they say, there are always two sides of a story, and this is the second side. To see that these soldiers fight hard. The press can show the numbers, but with the NY times, and this video, we can see the details, of how they work, how they play, and how they live.
This video titled, "The Battle for Mosul" interested me because it really shows the other side of the story. Most people view this conflict as a battle, they never see the complexion of this war, this story. In the opening part of the video, soldiers walk into a battle field, risking their lives to save a few families. The woman is shown crying and showing so much appreciation. Sajjad, a commander in the video, has been in the military for 15 years. He leads an group of about 150 soldiers, and has a very difficult job. It was very cool to see not just the big picture, but to see all the little things these soldiers do that make a huge difference. Its cool to see that the soldiers not only fight together, but treat each other like family. The work hard, and when they get a chance, get to laugh and play. For us, we only see the governments view. We see the overall press and politicians perspective. And the politicians, they don't get to see the details, they vote on the big things that happen. Like they say, there are always two sides of a story, and this is the second side. To see that these soldiers fight hard. The press can show the numbers, but with the NY times, and this video, we can see the details, of how they work, how they play, and how they live.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/20/arts/common-sense-media-ratings-gende...
The article that interested me most this week was “A New Rating for TV and Film Tries to Combat Gender Stereotypes” by Susan Chira. I think it is important to show gender roles from both ends of the spectrum in television and film because that is where kids draw many of their opinions. For years, young girls have been influenced to become traditional wives and mothers, in-part because in television and film that is how most women were portrayed. It is refreshing to see women in a different light, and to hear that there are companies willing to break these gender stereotypes. I think there is also a tremendous stress placed on boys to take care of a woman, when that isn't necessary anymore. Now-a-days a woman can go out and become the bread winner of the family and vice versa. Sometimes that option is not always displayed in the media. It is important that we teach young girls and boys that they are free to live whichever life they chose, whether it be at home or in the office. Thankfully we have companies like Common Sense Media, helping to break gender stereotypes and create better kids in the process. I think more articles like this will continue to positively influence the opinions of parents and even teenagers like myself.
The article that interested me most this week was “A New Rating for TV and Film Tries to Combat Gender Stereotypes” by Susan Chira. I think it is important to show gender roles from both ends of the spectrum in television and film because that is where kids draw many of their opinions. For years, young girls have been influenced to become traditional wives and mothers, in-part because in television and film that is how most women were portrayed. It is refreshing to see women in a different light, and to hear that there are companies willing to break these gender stereotypes. I think there is also a tremendous stress placed on boys to take care of a woman, when that isn't necessary anymore. Now-a-days a woman can go out and become the bread winner of the family and vice versa. Sometimes that option is not always displayed in the media. It is important that we teach young girls and boys that they are free to live whichever life they chose, whether it be at home or in the office. Thankfully we have companies like Common Sense Media, helping to break gender stereotypes and create better kids in the process. I think more articles like this will continue to positively influence the opinions of parents and even teenagers like myself.
Article: Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers
The story of the suicide of Roy Conrad III riveted me from the minute I stumbled upon the issue. I began following the story during the early stages of the trial, and it interested me immensely because trials for suicide are uncommon. Suicide is defined by Merriam-Webster as, "the act or instance of taking ones own life voluntarily and intentionally." This definition leaves little room for others to assume responsibility, as the person ultimately decides to take his or her own life. However, what is often overlooked is the mental state of the victims combined with outside factors such as bullying. Those who commit suicide are in fragile mindsets, and prolonged hateful actions committed by others can be enough to cause a person to end his or her life. The outcome of this trial opens up realms of new possibilities for suicide trials, as it is now determined that others can play a significant role in the decision for a person to end his or her own life.
The story of the suicide of Roy Conrad III riveted me from the minute I stumbled upon the issue. I began following the story during the early stages of the trial, and it interested me immensely because trials for suicide are uncommon. Suicide is defined by Merriam-Webster as, "the act or instance of taking ones own life voluntarily and intentionally." This definition leaves little room for others to assume responsibility, as the person ultimately decides to take his or her own life. However, what is often overlooked is the mental state of the victims combined with outside factors such as bullying. Those who commit suicide are in fragile mindsets, and prolonged hateful actions committed by others can be enough to cause a person to end his or her life. The outcome of this trial opens up realms of new possibilities for suicide trials, as it is now determined that others can play a significant role in the decision for a person to end his or her own life.
"London Attack Near Mosque Investigated as Terrorism" - Dan Bilefsky
I enjoyed reading this article because it highlighted the difficulties of preventing terrorist attacks or hate crimes. As Mr. Cox stated, I feel that our world today has seen so many horrible acts done by Islamic extremists and the world is so quick to go against the Islam religion. During times like this where the hate act is directed towards Muslims, it is necessary for the world to come together with the leadership of our politicians to support the Islamic community and to fight to end terrorist attacks and hate crimes. Terrorist attacks towards a certain religion takes away the rights of the people as citizens of Britain to be able to freely and safely worship without fear of discrimination. Towards the conclusion of this article, I enjoyed how the author, Dan Bilefsky, focused on the brave bystanders who put their lives in danger to help the victims and to detain the driver of the vehicle. Even though there are many people including the driver of the vehicle who discriminate against certain races, genders, or religions, this article highlights the importance of coming together to help your fellow neighbors in times of need whether it be in extreme cases like terrorist attacks or simply helping an elderly neighbor with their groceries. It is up to us to put aside our differences and to become united as one no matter what age we may be.
I enjoyed reading this article because it highlighted the difficulties of preventing terrorist attacks or hate crimes. As Mr. Cox stated, I feel that our world today has seen so many horrible acts done by Islamic extremists and the world is so quick to go against the Islam religion. During times like this where the hate act is directed towards Muslims, it is necessary for the world to come together with the leadership of our politicians to support the Islamic community and to fight to end terrorist attacks and hate crimes. Terrorist attacks towards a certain religion takes away the rights of the people as citizens of Britain to be able to freely and safely worship without fear of discrimination. Towards the conclusion of this article, I enjoyed how the author, Dan Bilefsky, focused on the brave bystanders who put their lives in danger to help the victims and to detain the driver of the vehicle. Even though there are many people including the driver of the vehicle who discriminate against certain races, genders, or religions, this article highlights the importance of coming together to help your fellow neighbors in times of need whether it be in extreme cases like terrorist attacks or simply helping an elderly neighbor with their groceries. It is up to us to put aside our differences and to become united as one no matter what age we may be.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/17/us/police-shootings-philando-castile....
I am interested in this article because as an African American teenager, growing up in a country that repeatedly attempts to ensure the downfall of the African American and Latino community throughout history. This past week, another police officer got acquitted for their trigger-happy tendencies against African American men, in particular, while the families of those lost never reach the justice and peace that they so desperately deserve. In modern America, where racial tensions continue to run high, a series of questions go through my mind constantly, “Is my family next? My father? My cousin? My uncle?” Philando Castile was well known and a pillar of the community, yet when it came down to the encounter, his character was not taken into consideration, but his rights were not either. Although the conviction of these corrupt officers cannot possibly bring peace to the African American families being affected, but it could somewhat bring them comfort knowing that the person responsible for their loved one's death would be brought to justice. The constant neglect of the African American community in this country proves the point that history continues to repeat itself regardless of how far we claim we have come as Americans. This is why I am so interested in these cases and how it exposes the hypocrisy within the American police and court systems that continue to criminalize African American life.
I am interested in this article because as an African American teenager, growing up in a country that repeatedly attempts to ensure the downfall of the African American and Latino community throughout history. This past week, another police officer got acquitted for their trigger-happy tendencies against African American men, in particular, while the families of those lost never reach the justice and peace that they so desperately deserve. In modern America, where racial tensions continue to run high, a series of questions go through my mind constantly, “Is my family next? My father? My cousin? My uncle?” Philando Castile was well known and a pillar of the community, yet when it came down to the encounter, his character was not taken into consideration, but his rights were not either. Although the conviction of these corrupt officers cannot possibly bring peace to the African American families being affected, but it could somewhat bring them comfort knowing that the person responsible for their loved one's death would be brought to justice. The constant neglect of the African American community in this country proves the point that history continues to repeat itself regardless of how far we claim we have come as Americans. This is why I am so interested in these cases and how it exposes the hypocrisy within the American police and court systems that continue to criminalize African American life.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/12/sports/nba-finals-game-5-warriors-cav...
I was interested by article written by Hoffman where he called the Golden State (GS) a dynasty. The definition of a dynasty is “A powerful group that maintains its position for a considerable amount of time.” In the 2015 Finals GS beat a Cavs team in six games who was crippled by injury. Nothing against Dellavedova but with Love out with a shoulder injury; Irving out with a broken kneecap; Delly stood no match guarding Curry in in the series. In 2016 GS set a record for most wins in a regular season with 73. They cruised to the West Final and came back from down 3-1 beating a man named KD. They blew a 3-1 lead losing to the Cavs in 7 games. Already GS lost their crown. This set the stage for free agency as GS signed superstar and perennial All-Star KD. After cruising through the regular season and not losing a single game in the playoffs they are back in the finals but so are the Cavs. GS beat the cavs 4-1 in the series. This leaves the question is the original warrior core actually better than the Cavs core. They beat up a cavs team the first time lost the second and added the second best player in the world and all that to beat the Cavs the third. GS and their greatest will be tested after the Cavs and other teams reload and find the star to match GS. All this is happening in a dilated era of basketball where there are no true dynasties in the era called “The Superteam”. GS is not a dynasty.
I was interested by article written by Hoffman where he called the Golden State (GS) a dynasty. The definition of a dynasty is “A powerful group that maintains its position for a considerable amount of time.” In the 2015 Finals GS beat a Cavs team in six games who was crippled by injury. Nothing against Dellavedova but with Love out with a shoulder injury; Irving out with a broken kneecap; Delly stood no match guarding Curry in in the series. In 2016 GS set a record for most wins in a regular season with 73. They cruised to the West Final and came back from down 3-1 beating a man named KD. They blew a 3-1 lead losing to the Cavs in 7 games. Already GS lost their crown. This set the stage for free agency as GS signed superstar and perennial All-Star KD. After cruising through the regular season and not losing a single game in the playoffs they are back in the finals but so are the Cavs. GS beat the cavs 4-1 in the series. This leaves the question is the original warrior core actually better than the Cavs core. They beat up a cavs team the first time lost the second and added the second best player in the world and all that to beat the Cavs the third. GS and their greatest will be tested after the Cavs and other teams reload and find the star to match GS. All this is happening in a dilated era of basketball where there are no true dynasties in the era called “The Superteam”. GS is not a dynasty.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/06/09/movies/the-25-best-films-...
I have always been a big fan of movies and films, and this article showed me a lot of great movies to watch during the summer. I personally agree with some of the choices. The list even includes some of my favourite movies. I LOVE Spirited Away, and most anime im general. The Pixar movies are also great. This summer, I would like to try some of the other movies in this list. I also cannot wait to see what the future will bring in terms of films in general.
I have always been a big fan of movies and films, and this article showed me a lot of great movies to watch during the summer. I personally agree with some of the choices. The list even includes some of my favourite movies. I LOVE Spirited Away, and most anime im general. The Pixar movies are also great. This summer, I would like to try some of the other movies in this list. I also cannot wait to see what the future will bring in terms of films in general.
In my experience, teenage boys do not know how or do not want to communicate emotions. Though it may seem insignificant in light of terrorism, global warming, and other problems, boys’ lack of communication is a regular battle that most, dare I say all, teenagers face. Andrew Reiner offers an explanation for this unfortunate phenomenon in his article, “Talking to Boys the Way We Talk to Girls.” He discusses emotional differences between males and females and concludes that how parents talk to children affects their emotional ranges later in life. This conclusion caught my attention because discussions of male stereotypes are less common than those of female stereotypes. Reiner strengthens this argument in several ways. He offers personal anecdotes to draw in the reader, such as how his son refers to a father as big, strong, and a handyman. He argues that, while these are sometimes true, they should not be the only defining terms of a father, let alone of a man. The author also brings up several studies to support his conclusion, which found that parents tend to be more emotional with daughters and more achievement-focused with sons; another study found that boys are born more emotionally sensitive than girls. These studies support Reiner’s hypothesis by providing evidence that the way parents speak to young boys changes and limits their emotional vocabularies. Though teenage boys will likely always be a mystery, this scientific insight may help prevent unnecessary heartache.
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. This article is an amazing representation of their love and I think it captures the true beauty of it.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/07/education/preparing-emerging-adults-f...
As a student, school work is often a priority that takes precedence over the building of the many skills needed in adult life. Often people will graduate high school without the slightest idea of the things they are suddenly expected to be able to do. In Alina Tugend's article on preparing young adults for the real world, it is evident that by ensuring students' ability to be emotionally, academically, and socially prepared, they are much more likely to be successful. Clinical psychologist Rachel Ginsberg believes that completing tasks that push students out of their comfort zone will help prepare them for the realities of life. Tasks such as emailing teachers, asking peers questions, and even changing an order in a restaurant will help the student build confidence in their abilities and they will be more likely to successfullly put them to use. Among other things, Ginsberg encourages those who are obsessed with perfecting everything to turn in imperfect assignments. This helps them to realize that they won't be devastated by it. Decreasing this obsession will create less panic in the many scenarios in life that are uncontrollable and may not go exactly as planned. It is important for students to take the time to learn these skills before they are forced to deal with the potentially devastating consequences of not having them.
As a student, school work is often a priority that takes precedence over the building of the many skills needed in adult life. Often people will graduate high school without the slightest idea of the things they are suddenly expected to be able to do. In Alina Tugend's article on preparing young adults for the real world, it is evident that by ensuring students' ability to be emotionally, academically, and socially prepared, they are much more likely to be successful. Clinical psychologist Rachel Ginsberg believes that completing tasks that push students out of their comfort zone will help prepare them for the realities of life. Tasks such as emailing teachers, asking peers questions, and even changing an order in a restaurant will help the student build confidence in their abilities and they will be more likely to successfullly put them to use. Among other things, Ginsberg encourages those who are obsessed with perfecting everything to turn in imperfect assignments. This helps them to realize that they won't be devastated by it. Decreasing this obsession will create less panic in the many scenarios in life that are uncontrollable and may not go exactly as planned. It is important for students to take the time to learn these skills before they are forced to deal with the potentially devastating consequences of not having them.
Review: Clinging to ‘Articles of Faith’ After a Raging Fire
I am extremely happy that I found this article; it helped me understand how different people deal with traumatic situations. In the New York Times, this week I found this article interested me the most. With well written paragraphs and stunning theatrical brilliance, I just couldn't stop reading. As a person who has participated in theatre for several years I can completely relate to Cynthia In a theatrical sense. I love theatre and all of the different life experiences it creates. How Cynthia Hopkins handled her life changing experience, made me re-evaluate how I handle situations in my everyday life. Mrs. Hopkins demonstrated that not only can a tragedy be seen as a bad thing but as an opportunity. Elisabeth Vincentelli's portrayal of Cynthia’s apartment fire was amazingly detailed and helped me understand Cynthia’s emotions throughout her whole experience. Cynthia’s show “Articles of Faith” seems to not only be a way for her to cope with her situation but also a way for others to better understand their own lives. This article also presented the fact that this is not the first time Cynthia has used a theatrical piece to better understand her own life experiences.
I am extremely happy that I found this article; it helped me understand how different people deal with traumatic situations. In the New York Times, this week I found this article interested me the most. With well written paragraphs and stunning theatrical brilliance, I just couldn't stop reading. As a person who has participated in theatre for several years I can completely relate to Cynthia In a theatrical sense. I love theatre and all of the different life experiences it creates. How Cynthia Hopkins handled her life changing experience, made me re-evaluate how I handle situations in my everyday life. Mrs. Hopkins demonstrated that not only can a tragedy be seen as a bad thing but as an opportunity. Elisabeth Vincentelli's portrayal of Cynthia’s apartment fire was amazingly detailed and helped me understand Cynthia’s emotions throughout her whole experience. Cynthia’s show “Articles of Faith” seems to not only be a way for her to cope with her situation but also a way for others to better understand their own lives. This article also presented the fact that this is not the first time Cynthia has used a theatrical piece to better understand her own life experiences.
The article “Social Interaction is Critical for Mental and Physical Health” by Jane E. Brody interested me especially since people are rarely socially interacting with each other nowadays. The invention of the internet, phones, laptops, and other devices had made huge impacts on people, positively as well as negatively. It had opened new paths for further inventions, and had changed people’s lives to be more convenient and efficient. However, day by day the internet and the technology is isolating the people away from each other. It is reducing the value of having a face-to-face conversations which includes nonverbal interactions such as eye contact and facial expressions. As this article mentions, the increasing use of technology also has an impact on people’s health. The article states that Harvard Women’s Health Watch reported, “Dozens of studies have shown that people who have satisfying relationships with family, friends and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer.” (Brody) Since people are more aware of this, many have made efforts into encouraging social interactions such as opening cafés that declines to offer free Wifi. Most importantly, it depends on people’s willingness to put their phones down and start a conversation with someone. People should know when it is appropriate to use their phones, be socially active, and encourage others to be socially active as well.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-amer...
Women's rights, and the power of feminism is always freely talked about in my school, as we are an all girls academy. This has made me interested in learning more about gender equality issues, not only in the U.S., but also in other countries. So to say the least, I wasn't surprised when I read this article. Gender equality in America is fairly confusing to understand as an outsider, but is easily accepted when born into it. Like the article stated, women are told they can achieve anything, but are then put down when trying to prove it, and that'a just the beginning of this messed up logic. Knowing from experience, the false dream of being a powerful women in the U.S. starts at a young age. TV shows, movies, magazines, advertisements, and now with the easy access to social media, has made girls grow up learning that they need to have a slim body, a pretty face, and generous assets to go anywhere in life, or to be completely happy. Comparing this system to that of other countries, can change a person's perspective on equality in the U.S., and the patriarchal system America knows so well. While unfortunately, equality is still a long ways away, maybe with the help of articles like the one on the attached url, women around the world can be educated about these issues, and can be encouraged to take a stand for their rights.
Women's rights, and the power of feminism is always freely talked about in my school, as we are an all girls academy. This has made me interested in learning more about gender equality issues, not only in the U.S., but also in other countries. So to say the least, I wasn't surprised when I read this article. Gender equality in America is fairly confusing to understand as an outsider, but is easily accepted when born into it. Like the article stated, women are told they can achieve anything, but are then put down when trying to prove it, and that'a just the beginning of this messed up logic. Knowing from experience, the false dream of being a powerful women in the U.S. starts at a young age. TV shows, movies, magazines, advertisements, and now with the easy access to social media, has made girls grow up learning that they need to have a slim body, a pretty face, and generous assets to go anywhere in life, or to be completely happy. Comparing this system to that of other countries, can change a person's perspective on equality in the U.S., and the patriarchal system America knows so well. While unfortunately, equality is still a long ways away, maybe with the help of articles like the one on the attached url, women around the world can be educated about these issues, and can be encouraged to take a stand for their rights.
https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/americas/100000004701172/making-a-li...
The video was very interesting not only because of the intriguing title but, because it was in 360 VR. It told the story of why Fernando Canchari Vasquez jumps off cliffs and how it helps him support his family. Being a street artist may come into hand with financial difficulties because it is not the most stable job but, this man happened to be passionate and also has the opportunity to make an income out of it. It's amazing that he can pursue his dream while not worrying about his financial needs because it has been covered for. I highly respect his actions because it is definitely something to admire after. I would love to be able to reach that level of bravery to jump off cliffs constantly because it must be exhilarating and extremely fun. While many others have office jobs, it is interesting to find someone whose job is completely extraordinary. Especially with the 360 VR, it made the viewer feel as if they were in the same environment, giving us a thrill.
The video was very interesting not only because of the intriguing title but, because it was in 360 VR. It told the story of why Fernando Canchari Vasquez jumps off cliffs and how it helps him support his family. Being a street artist may come into hand with financial difficulties because it is not the most stable job but, this man happened to be passionate and also has the opportunity to make an income out of it. It's amazing that he can pursue his dream while not worrying about his financial needs because it has been covered for. I highly respect his actions because it is definitely something to admire after. I would love to be able to reach that level of bravery to jump off cliffs constantly because it must be exhilarating and extremely fun. While many others have office jobs, it is interesting to find someone whose job is completely extraordinary. Especially with the 360 VR, it made the viewer feel as if they were in the same environment, giving us a thrill.
“The Digital Bystander” by Retro Report
With the implementation of violence in social media, we have become desensitized to videos of assault, robbery, and rape. This video highlights the “bystander effect,” which was first explored fifty-three years ago, when thirty-eight people watched a man stab to death and rape a woman. Though they had not committed crimes, those thirty-eight people faced heavy criticism for having ignored a woman’s cries for help. In the 1970s, two psychologists concluded that they had not done anything about the murder because of the large number of bystanders. I found this interesting and counterintuitive, as one would think more people would stop the crime, when it does the opposite.
The video then proceeded to explain the similarities of the present, with the addition of people broadcasting violence over social media. Bystanders now broadcast violence as an opportunity to gain fame from the situation. In a California State Assembly Hearing, one legislator remarked that “taking someone’s worst moment and making it your best moment is expanding exponentially…” This resonated with me because it reflects that most people think about themselves in times where they should be selfless. The most disturbing aspect of digital bystanding is that it is only increasing. The more that we see people videotaping violent acts, the more we find them to be acceptable. From this video, people can learn to take action rather than take videos in violent situations.
With the implementation of violence in social media, we have become desensitized to videos of assault, robbery, and rape. This video highlights the “bystander effect,” which was first explored fifty-three years ago, when thirty-eight people watched a man stab to death and rape a woman. Though they had not committed crimes, those thirty-eight people faced heavy criticism for having ignored a woman’s cries for help. In the 1970s, two psychologists concluded that they had not done anything about the murder because of the large number of bystanders. I found this interesting and counterintuitive, as one would think more people would stop the crime, when it does the opposite.
The video then proceeded to explain the similarities of the present, with the addition of people broadcasting violence over social media. Bystanders now broadcast violence as an opportunity to gain fame from the situation. In a California State Assembly Hearing, one legislator remarked that “taking someone’s worst moment and making it your best moment is expanding exponentially…” This resonated with me because it reflects that most people think about themselves in times where they should be selfless. The most disturbing aspect of digital bystanding is that it is only increasing. The more that we see people videotaping violent acts, the more we find them to be acceptable. From this video, people can learn to take action rather than take videos in violent situations.
An old saying states,” Beauty is in the eye of the beholder”. What is perceived by one individual may be unpleasant in the eyes of another. In this article such different opinions exist about the definition of obesity. Medical causes of obesity can include:
Cushing's syndrome- This condition results when the adrenal glands produce an excess amount of a steroid hormone called cortisol. This leads to a build-up of fat such as the face, upper back, and abdomen.
Depression- Some people with depression overeat, which can lead to obesity.
Sure over eating can cause obesity also but it isn't the only cause.
You are beautiful the way you are, you don’t need to be skinny to have beauty. The media says overweight is gross, I’m not saying it’s right to be eight hundred pounds and the only way you can get out of your house is by knocking down a wall. But what is wrong with being a bigger size? Every commercial and television show displays people who aren’t bigger than a size 2. We need to take a stand against discrimination, not just discrimination against the bigger of our kind but against race, and social standings. I hear it said that today’s society is more accepting to everything but from where I stand, the lack of acceptance is becoming more and more obvious and harder to ignore.
Cushing's syndrome- This condition results when the adrenal glands produce an excess amount of a steroid hormone called cortisol. This leads to a build-up of fat such as the face, upper back, and abdomen.
Depression- Some people with depression overeat, which can lead to obesity.
Sure over eating can cause obesity also but it isn't the only cause.
You are beautiful the way you are, you don’t need to be skinny to have beauty. The media says overweight is gross, I’m not saying it’s right to be eight hundred pounds and the only way you can get out of your house is by knocking down a wall. But what is wrong with being a bigger size? Every commercial and television show displays people who aren’t bigger than a size 2. We need to take a stand against discrimination, not just discrimination against the bigger of our kind but against race, and social standings. I hear it said that today’s society is more accepting to everything but from where I stand, the lack of acceptance is becoming more and more obvious and harder to ignore.
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. I think this piece was a good representation of their love and how much they took care of each other.
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. This article is an amazing representation of their love and I think it really captures the beauty of it.
No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India
By Ellen Barry
Living in the United States where we are constantly surrounded by technology and social media, it is hard to image how our parents and grandparents ever survived without instant communication and the Internet. The idea that they would have had to read a book to find out information instead of searching for the answer on Google is simply astonishing. Yet, what many people don’t realize is that this way of living without Internet is still a reality for the people that live in rural India. The neighbors, friends, and family of Babulal Singh Neti, a 38 year old from India, have never before been exposed to the Internet and the amazing qualities it has. It is truly amazing how some of the most technologically advanced minds in the U.S. are from India, yet in their own country they are greatly lacking the knowledge that many of their people are experts in. Neti’s sparked interest in the Internet has greatly increased the amount of people in India who are becoming more comfortable and adapted to the ways of the Internet. This article really interested me because the Internet and the resources it has have helped me to gain important opportunities, and it is hard to believe that people in India are being deprived of the opportunities and knowledge that I have been blessed with.
By Ellen Barry
Living in the United States where we are constantly surrounded by technology and social media, it is hard to image how our parents and grandparents ever survived without instant communication and the Internet. The idea that they would have had to read a book to find out information instead of searching for the answer on Google is simply astonishing. Yet, what many people don’t realize is that this way of living without Internet is still a reality for the people that live in rural India. The neighbors, friends, and family of Babulal Singh Neti, a 38 year old from India, have never before been exposed to the Internet and the amazing qualities it has. It is truly amazing how some of the most technologically advanced minds in the U.S. are from India, yet in their own country they are greatly lacking the knowledge that many of their people are experts in. Neti’s sparked interest in the Internet has greatly increased the amount of people in India who are becoming more comfortable and adapted to the ways of the Internet. This article really interested me because the Internet and the resources it has have helped me to gain important opportunities, and it is hard to believe that people in India are being deprived of the opportunities and knowledge that I have been blessed with.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/10/opinion/sunday/paulina-porizkova-amer...
The article "America made me a Feminist" was able to capture my attention, and I was able to identify myself with the author, that moved to America in her youth like I did. The author was exposed to how women are portrayed in different culture, controlling what they should do and believe. My central American heritage has very specific roles for men and women, something I have always detested. While I spent my childhood playing outside making forts and playing sports I would hear remarks from my family that ridiculed what I did. They often would be about how as a girl I should not be playing soccer or football. When I entered school I believed it would be different in the American society but not much changed. Although in school I was taught that girls and boys are equals, it was clear there were different expectations for each. For example, during recess the girls would do only activities labeled for girls, I defied these expectations and continued on with sports. I cannot, however, underestimate how that has influenced me to fight for equality. From my own experience, both cultures I have been introduced to have pushed me to become a feminist, both hold misguided expectations for girls and boys. Cultures label men and women as equals but do not act upon these beliefs.
The article "America made me a Feminist" was able to capture my attention, and I was able to identify myself with the author, that moved to America in her youth like I did. The author was exposed to how women are portrayed in different culture, controlling what they should do and believe. My central American heritage has very specific roles for men and women, something I have always detested. While I spent my childhood playing outside making forts and playing sports I would hear remarks from my family that ridiculed what I did. They often would be about how as a girl I should not be playing soccer or football. When I entered school I believed it would be different in the American society but not much changed. Although in school I was taught that girls and boys are equals, it was clear there were different expectations for each. For example, during recess the girls would do only activities labeled for girls, I defied these expectations and continued on with sports. I cannot, however, underestimate how that has influenced me to fight for equality. From my own experience, both cultures I have been introduced to have pushed me to become a feminist, both hold misguided expectations for girls and boys. Cultures label men and women as equals but do not act upon these beliefs.
“Scientists Discover a Key to a Longer Life in Male DNA” by Carl Zimmer
The article titled “Scientists Discover a Key to a Longer Life in Male DNA” caught my attention because of my interest in science and in genetics. Recent studies have found that a common genetic mutation has an effect on male lifespans, increasing them by about 10 years, while the same mutation has no effect on women. The article details the progression of research leading to this discovery, and states that mutations affecting growth hormones, which control the rate of cell growth, are linked to longer lives in men. Scientists such as geneticist Dr. Barzilai hypothesize that low growth hormone levels may be associated with longer lifespans, contradicting what doctors have previously believed. The topics discussed in the article intrigued me, especially because I was able to connect this real world discovery to the information I learned this year during biology, my favorite unit of which was genetics. The author builds a strong argument by including a clear progression of ideas leading to this conclusion and utilizes ethos with reputable sources that increase his credibility. The article further interested me because while providing support based on the research done so far, it also hinted at a need for further study. Discoveries such as this have the potential to change the world of science and of medicine.
The article titled “Scientists Discover a Key to a Longer Life in Male DNA” caught my attention because of my interest in science and in genetics. Recent studies have found that a common genetic mutation has an effect on male lifespans, increasing them by about 10 years, while the same mutation has no effect on women. The article details the progression of research leading to this discovery, and states that mutations affecting growth hormones, which control the rate of cell growth, are linked to longer lives in men. Scientists such as geneticist Dr. Barzilai hypothesize that low growth hormone levels may be associated with longer lifespans, contradicting what doctors have previously believed. The topics discussed in the article intrigued me, especially because I was able to connect this real world discovery to the information I learned this year during biology, my favorite unit of which was genetics. The author builds a strong argument by including a clear progression of ideas leading to this conclusion and utilizes ethos with reputable sources that increase his credibility. The article further interested me because while providing support based on the research done so far, it also hinted at a need for further study. Discoveries such as this have the potential to change the world of science and of medicine.
“The Benefits of Talking to Yourself” by Kristin Wong
This week, the New York Times article featuring self-talk caught my attention, simply because it appeared interesting, and I can relate it to my daily life. I talk to myself quite often, less in public and more when I am at home. I personally believe I do it consciously, whether I am bored or trying to get a project done, because it helps to get my creative juices flowing, either when I am writing or drawing. Talking to myself organizes my thoughts, because when I can organize my ideas orally, I am able to interpret them in an objective manner, like the author suggested. It is a process similar to proof-reading a paper out loud, or practicing a speech to make the overall product more cohesive. Additionally, this article creates the argument that talking to yourself has effective benefits pertaining to speed and reaction time. Wong has multiple sources backing this up, from University Studies to actual experiments, but the piece itself should be more concrete with statistics to be effectively persuasive. What was the actual difference in time to find a picture of a banana, if a person says the word out loud than if they do not? Exactly how many seconds faster does a person pass a basketball after telling themselves that they could? While I can connect to a majority of this article, the content can have a greater impact with more finite details and analysis, catching the reader’s attention on a greater level.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/14/us/politics/mueller-trump-special-cou...
"Mueller Seeks to Talk to Intelligence Officials, Hinting at Inquiry of Trump"
By Michael S. Schmidt and Matt Apuzzo
This week I was most interested in "Mueller Seeks to Talk to Intelligence Officials, Hinting at Inquiry of Trump" which was about the idea of Russian meddling in our most recent election. I chose this article because I did find it a bit strange when Donald Trump won and thought the conspiracy about Russian hackers and technology has been interesting. Besides, with today's technology, who’s to say that somebody didn’t hack into the electoral vote results. I personally believe that this article had a strong argument. Not only did it use primary sources, it also backtracked, making sure that the other side is also represented, “The F.B.I.’s gathering information about the possibility of a crime does not necessarily mean prosecutors are building a case against the president,”(Apuzzo) This explains that the information gathered won’t make an impact until there is concrete evidence against it. President Trump’s actions and interactions with others has raised the question of tampering or illegal activities, such as rigging the election. Because of President Trump’s ties with Russia, he is a suspicous character when it comes to this topic.
"Mueller Seeks to Talk to Intelligence Officials, Hinting at Inquiry of Trump"
By Michael S. Schmidt and Matt Apuzzo
This week I was most interested in "Mueller Seeks to Talk to Intelligence Officials, Hinting at Inquiry of Trump" which was about the idea of Russian meddling in our most recent election. I chose this article because I did find it a bit strange when Donald Trump won and thought the conspiracy about Russian hackers and technology has been interesting. Besides, with today's technology, who’s to say that somebody didn’t hack into the electoral vote results. I personally believe that this article had a strong argument. Not only did it use primary sources, it also backtracked, making sure that the other side is also represented, “The F.B.I.’s gathering information about the possibility of a crime does not necessarily mean prosecutors are building a case against the president,”(Apuzzo) This explains that the information gathered won’t make an impact until there is concrete evidence against it. President Trump’s actions and interactions with others has raised the question of tampering or illegal activities, such as rigging the election. Because of President Trump’s ties with Russia, he is a suspicous character when it comes to this topic.
"Steve Scalise Among 4 Shot at Baseball Field; Suspect Is Dead," By: Michael D. Shear, Adam Goldman, and Emily Cochrane
These most recent shootings in Alexandria are just more evidence to support the idea that there are conflicting ideologies that are housing themselves under the same faction. James T. Hodgkinson, the identified gunman, was a proclaimed Bernie Sanders supporter who was so averse to the direction of the government that he wanted to take out his anger with violence. The political battle that was undergone last Wednesday can truly be summed up by the shooter determining his actions based on whether the people playing the game were Republicans or Democrats. This generalization is the reason why partisanship is never going to work. People on either side are choosing that side because they think they will prevail. Violent or shameful actions done by people who are affiliated with certain groups sets reputations for those groups that take away from their real intentions. The problem is that violence and shame produces more viewers than peace and pride. Our natural need for schadenfreude is why peace hasn't been attainable yet. Violent actions connected to a group instills false fear into those who haven't been introduced to that group and fear quickly turns to hate.
These most recent shootings in Alexandria are just more evidence to support the idea that there are conflicting ideologies that are housing themselves under the same faction. James T. Hodgkinson, the identified gunman, was a proclaimed Bernie Sanders supporter who was so averse to the direction of the government that he wanted to take out his anger with violence. The political battle that was undergone last Wednesday can truly be summed up by the shooter determining his actions based on whether the people playing the game were Republicans or Democrats. This generalization is the reason why partisanship is never going to work. People on either side are choosing that side because they think they will prevail. Violent or shameful actions done by people who are affiliated with certain groups sets reputations for those groups that take away from their real intentions. The problem is that violence and shame produces more viewers than peace and pride. Our natural need for schadenfreude is why peace hasn't been attainable yet. Violent actions connected to a group instills false fear into those who haven't been introduced to that group and fear quickly turns to hate.
“Drones to the Rescue”
By: The Associated Press
I was most interested by the article and photograph “Drones to the Rescue.” This article interested me because in a new study drones with defibrillators were found take only five minutes to respond to a person with cardiac arrest. Recently my step-sisters’ dad passed away from a heart attack. Knowing that there are developments in technology that could save the lives of people suffering from heart attacks or cardiac arrest, means a lot to myself and to my family. If drones can help save the lives of people and avoid the lose my step-sisters are faced with, it could be a life changing technology to families. Given the fact that most heart attacks are cardiac arrest occurrences happen outside of the hospital, having a new method of receiving faster medical aid could help save lives that would otherwise have been lost. The drones that are seventeen minutes faster than ambulances at responding to a call of cardiac arrest, could mean the difference between life and death for a person. This article poses the question of what will drones do next? Are drones going to be used to smuggle drugs, weapons, and money across borders? Are drones going to be able to deliver other life saving medical treatments? This is the beautiful and terrifying thing about technology. It will never stop innovating and we never know where it will take us next.
By: The Associated Press
I was most interested by the article and photograph “Drones to the Rescue.” This article interested me because in a new study drones with defibrillators were found take only five minutes to respond to a person with cardiac arrest. Recently my step-sisters’ dad passed away from a heart attack. Knowing that there are developments in technology that could save the lives of people suffering from heart attacks or cardiac arrest, means a lot to myself and to my family. If drones can help save the lives of people and avoid the lose my step-sisters are faced with, it could be a life changing technology to families. Given the fact that most heart attacks are cardiac arrest occurrences happen outside of the hospital, having a new method of receiving faster medical aid could help save lives that would otherwise have been lost. The drones that are seventeen minutes faster than ambulances at responding to a call of cardiac arrest, could mean the difference between life and death for a person. This article poses the question of what will drones do next? Are drones going to be used to smuggle drugs, weapons, and money across borders? Are drones going to be able to deliver other life saving medical treatments? This is the beautiful and terrifying thing about technology. It will never stop innovating and we never know where it will take us next.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/15/arts/music/yoko-ono-to-share-credit-f...
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. This article is an amazing representation of their love and I think it really captures the beauty of it.
Art has always been a huge part of my life, John Lennon being one of my first role models. Every time I would see photos of him and his wife, Yoko Ono, the only thing I would notice is how happy they looked. It was clear by the way they looked at each other how in love they were. When I read this article, I could feel my heart immediately warming. John Lennon took one of his biggest hits, and wanted to give half of the credit to Yoko because of the influence she had on him. Even in death, his wishes came true when chief executive of the National Music Publishers Association, David Israelite, recognized Yoko Ono as a co-writer. It continues on and talks about how Lennon had previously said that she should have been credited with or the lyrics as well. In the article, the author includes a quote by Lennon, "Those days, I was a bit more selfish, a bit more macho, and I sort of omitted to mention her contribution,” which proves that he too, wanted his wife to have half of the credit. This article is an amazing representation of their love and I think it really captures the beauty of it.
“Role of Trump’s Personal Lawyer Blurs Public and Private Lines” By Rebecca R. Ruiz and Sharon LaFraniere, June 11, 2011 - Throughout my life as someone who is interested in politics I have always been able to trust my president and the undertakings they associate themselves with. Yet with this new era of the presidency under President Trump, there has been a lot of speculation about his ethics and how he is handling them. This article struck my interests because it outlines exactly that in an unbiased manner despite past encounters with said president. The authors Rebecca Ruiz and Sharon LaFraniere utilize the facts about his private lawyer, Marc Kasowitz, possibly moving into the white house and how it may affect the cases and the welfare of the people. America’s current President has made it very difficult to be liked by the majority of people for a number of reasons including calling news sources like CNN, Fox, and even The Times “fake news”. Although, despite this, the authors have been able to keep an unbiased persona when writing this article by sticking to the facts. I respect this and find this is a difficult task to master especially when writing about a topic that so many people feel so strongly about. This is especially difficult for The Times considering their unpleasant past experiences with Mr. Trump. Mrs. Ruiz and LaFraniere have interested and impressed with this article based on their abilities to speak unbiasedly about a topic most feel so strongly about.
"Loving, 50 Years Later"
When filling out application forms, I always choose “other” or check more than one box for my ethnicity. Other people fit into multiple boxes too, whether it be ethnicity, race, or gender. Sometimes, people who happen to be in different “boxes” fall in love. Last Monday marked the 50th anniversary of the case that changed many people’s lives, including my parents. Because of this case, my Asian mother and Caucasian father’s love for each other is not considered a felony today.
The world has become much more accepting of interracial relationships since the Loving case. Multicultural marriages are increasing and our former mixed president Barack Obama was extolled by many. However, people still have prejudices. As a biracial child, I face questions such as, “What are you?” or “Is that really your parent?”. Many people do not think my parents are together, and think that my mother is just my nanny. Being biracial made me aware of these things and taught me that we should not judge people based on their race, or any label for that matter. We should not have to identify with a certain label for people to accept us, because we are all so unique. After exploring the eleven beautiful relationships in this article, I realized that no one should be required to fit into a “box”. We do not need to change any aspect of ourselves, or of the people whom we love. Instead of questioning ourselves, maybe it is time to start questioning those obstructive boxes.
When filling out application forms, I always choose “other” or check more than one box for my ethnicity. Other people fit into multiple boxes too, whether it be ethnicity, race, or gender. Sometimes, people who happen to be in different “boxes” fall in love. Last Monday marked the 50th anniversary of the case that changed many people’s lives, including my parents. Because of this case, my Asian mother and Caucasian father’s love for each other is not considered a felony today.
The world has become much more accepting of interracial relationships since the Loving case. Multicultural marriages are increasing and our former mixed president Barack Obama was extolled by many. However, people still have prejudices. As a biracial child, I face questions such as, “What are you?” or “Is that really your parent?”. Many people do not think my parents are together, and think that my mother is just my nanny. Being biracial made me aware of these things and taught me that we should not judge people based on their race, or any label for that matter. We should not have to identify with a certain label for people to accept us, because we are all so unique. After exploring the eleven beautiful relationships in this article, I realized that no one should be required to fit into a “box”. We do not need to change any aspect of ourselves, or of the people whom we love. Instead of questioning ourselves, maybe it is time to start questioning those obstructive boxes.
"Dallas Schools, Long Segregated, Charge Forward on Diversity" by Dana Goldstein was the article that interested me this week.
Why is it that are schools are still segregated to this day? It's 2017 shouldn't we have figured this out by now? Sadly, we are still figuring this out. It's sad that schools are worrying more about income rates and rules they have to follow instead of the students they are teaching. I would like to think that I live in a world that is not separated by race, class, religion, or any other factors, but sadly I don't. I live in a world that has to put regulations on school districts because we for some reason can't integrate naturally. It's crazy that by integration programs the minority race flips.
School districts are working more on getting certain students into the school that check certain boxes. They check the box that qualifies them to have free or reduced lunch, and other boxes that fit the regulation of the district. I hope one day race, social class, gender, and any other segregating contributor is taken out of the conversation and we can all prove ourselves without these factors weighing in. One day might never come, but I have a feeling we will progress to get there.
Why is it that are schools are still segregated to this day? It's 2017 shouldn't we have figured this out by now? Sadly, we are still figuring this out. It's sad that schools are worrying more about income rates and rules they have to follow instead of the students they are teaching. I would like to think that I live in a world that is not separated by race, class, religion, or any other factors, but sadly I don't. I live in a world that has to put regulations on school districts because we for some reason can't integrate naturally. It's crazy that by integration programs the minority race flips.
School districts are working more on getting certain students into the school that check certain boxes. They check the box that qualifies them to have free or reduced lunch, and other boxes that fit the regulation of the district. I hope one day race, social class, gender, and any other segregating contributor is taken out of the conversation and we can all prove ourselves without these factors weighing in. One day might never come, but I have a feeling we will progress to get there.
"Amazon to Buy Whole Foods for $13.4 Billion" By: Nick Wingfield and Michael J. de la Merced
I'm going to be completely honest, when I first heard about this I was stunned. Astonished. Amazed. Two of the biggest companies in America had just merged into one, and at the cost of $13.4 billion. I launched into this article thinking that it was going to be great and I would learn so much about it. But as I continued to read the article, I noticed myself not really reading the article and instead thinking about other things. Until I came upon a paragraph that raised a question, what about the cashiers? Are their jobs going to be affected just because of Amazon's 'take over'? I read on and the answer was no. According to the spokesman for Amazon, Drew Herdener, "... no plans to use the Amazon Go technology to automate the jobs of cashiers at Whole Foods...". And if you're wondering, the Amazon Go technology is an actual store by Amazon where you can use sensors and software to shop and you don't even have to cash out.
After reading that portion of the article, it almost felt like a relief because as technology progresses in our world, we are going to soon be left with little to no jobs left. And there is so much unemployment in America alone right now, I would hate to have to live in a machine run world.
All in all, the article itself was good. But next time, I think I am going to choose an article that I personally find more interesting.
I'm going to be completely honest, when I first heard about this I was stunned. Astonished. Amazed. Two of the biggest companies in America had just merged into one, and at the cost of $13.4 billion. I launched into this article thinking that it was going to be great and I would learn so much about it. But as I continued to read the article, I noticed myself not really reading the article and instead thinking about other things. Until I came upon a paragraph that raised a question, what about the cashiers? Are their jobs going to be affected just because of Amazon's 'take over'? I read on and the answer was no. According to the spokesman for Amazon, Drew Herdener, "... no plans to use the Amazon Go technology to automate the jobs of cashiers at Whole Foods...". And if you're wondering, the Amazon Go technology is an actual store by Amazon where you can use sensors and software to shop and you don't even have to cash out.
After reading that portion of the article, it almost felt like a relief because as technology progresses in our world, we are going to soon be left with little to no jobs left. And there is so much unemployment in America alone right now, I would hate to have to live in a machine run world.
All in all, the article itself was good. But next time, I think I am going to choose an article that I personally find more interesting.
"Amazon to Buy Whole Foods for $13.4 Billion" By: Nick Wingfield and Michael J. de la Merced
I'm going to be completely honest, when I first heard about this I was stunned. Astonished. Amazed. Two of the biggest companies in America had just merged into one, and at the cost of $13.4 billion. I launched into this article thinking that it was going to be great and I would learn so much about it. But as I continued to read the article, I noticed myself not really reading the article and instead thinking about other things. Until I came upon a paragraph that raised a question, what about the cashiers? Are their jobs going to be affected just because of Amazon's 'take over'? I read on and the answer was no. According to the spokesman for Amazon, Drew Herdener, "... no plans to use the Amazon Go technology to automate the jobs of cashiers at Whole Foods...". And if you're wondering, the Amazon Go technology is an actual store by Amazon where you can use sensors and software to shop and you don't even have to cash out.
After reading that portion of the article, it almost felt like a relief because as technology progresses in our world, we are going to soon be left with little to no jobs left. And there is so much unemployment in America alone right now, I would hate to have to live in a machine run world.
All in all, the article itself was good. But next time, I think I am going to choose an article that I find more interesting.
I'm going to be completely honest, when I first heard about this I was stunned. Astonished. Amazed. Two of the biggest companies in America had just merged into one, and at the cost of $13.4 billion. I launched into this article thinking that it was going to be great and I would learn so much about it. But as I continued to read the article, I noticed myself not really reading the article and instead thinking about other things. Until I came upon a paragraph that raised a question, what about the cashiers? Are their jobs going to be affected just because of Amazon's 'take over'? I read on and the answer was no. According to the spokesman for Amazon, Drew Herdener, "... no plans to use the Amazon Go technology to automate the jobs of cashiers at Whole Foods...". And if you're wondering, the Amazon Go technology is an actual store by Amazon where you can use sensors and software to shop and you don't even have to cash out.
After reading that portion of the article, it almost felt like a relief because as technology progresses in our world, we are going to soon be left with little to no jobs left. And there is so much unemployment in America alone right now, I would hate to have to live in a machine run world.
All in all, the article itself was good. But next time, I think I am going to choose an article that I find more interesting.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/06/learning/are-you-being-raised-to-purs...®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=9&pgtype=collection
This topic really spiked my interest since I've been living in Myanmar for my whole life. While it's true that parents may focus on giving girls more chances and choices of their careers in their future, it's a quite different in Myanmar. Women in our culture is considered to be lower than men. Although this is changing gradually, there are still many Burmese men and women that believe that feminism is an offense to religion. At the same time, I do believe that parents are more flexible with their daughter's career choices over the son. If a girl wanted to be an dancer or such, society would be more accepting, but if a boy were to do the same, he might receive offensive comments like "That's what a girl would do." or "This isn't a masculine job." Both men and women should be respected for which job they choose and supported for it. How a person is raised can really effect their future.
This topic really spiked my interest since I've been living in Myanmar for my whole life. While it's true that parents may focus on giving girls more chances and choices of their careers in their future, it's a quite different in Myanmar. Women in our culture is considered to be lower than men. Although this is changing gradually, there are still many Burmese men and women that believe that feminism is an offense to religion. At the same time, I do believe that parents are more flexible with their daughter's career choices over the son. If a girl wanted to be an dancer or such, society would be more accepting, but if a boy were to do the same, he might receive offensive comments like "That's what a girl would do." or "This isn't a masculine job." Both men and women should be respected for which job they choose and supported for it. How a person is raised can really effect their future.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/13/learning/how-often-do-you-talk-to-you...®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=4&pgtype=collection
The title of this article is what caught my attention since I often talk to myself and I know that most people in the world also talks to themselves. I would want to find out why we talk to ourselves or even argue with ourselves sometimes. This is why I started to talk to myself. According to this article, people talk to themselves "to see things more objectively." We can talk to ourselves to motivate ourselves or we can talk to ourselves to keep ourselves entertained. People may say you are crazy in public, or we have mental issues, but we can always talk to ourselves in our own minds. That way people don't notice. I do this often and I bet many people do this too. Sometimes there are things people cannot say out loud, that is why people talk to themselves.
The title of this article is what caught my attention since I often talk to myself and I know that most people in the world also talks to themselves. I would want to find out why we talk to ourselves or even argue with ourselves sometimes. This is why I started to talk to myself. According to this article, people talk to themselves "to see things more objectively." We can talk to ourselves to motivate ourselves or we can talk to ourselves to keep ourselves entertained. People may say you are crazy in public, or we have mental issues, but we can always talk to ourselves in our own minds. That way people don't notice. I do this often and I bet many people do this too. Sometimes there are things people cannot say out loud, that is why people talk to themselves.
"YouTube Sets New Policies to Curb Extremist Videos" By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI
This article greatly piqued my interest because as an avid user of YouTube, I myself have experienced coming upon videos that advocate extremist views. Thus, I found it quite constructive and innovative in how Google and YouTube have implemented new policies to shield users from inciteful and racist videos. Uploads that violate its community guidelines will be deleted and other videos which espouse hate or racism will be more difficult to find. However, it is quite interesting how only the final paragraph mentions perhaps the real reason why the company has set new policies. Extremist videos have been around for years so why suddenly the change? Yes, there has been an increase in terrorist attacks in Western Europe recently, but the main reason may be that advertisers have pulled their money because their advertisements appeared alongside extremist videos. Large companies such as McDonald's, Verizon, AT&T and Volkswagon have left the Google-owned platform and I think that this has had a more significant impact on the new policies than the article states. Just like when 21st Century Fox finally got rid of Bill O'Reilly because advertisers took away their money, I believe that monetary reasons are the prime factor for these policies. While I applaud the changes that have been implemented, the public should not be blind to the truth.
This article greatly piqued my interest because as an avid user of YouTube, I myself have experienced coming upon videos that advocate extremist views. Thus, I found it quite constructive and innovative in how Google and YouTube have implemented new policies to shield users from inciteful and racist videos. Uploads that violate its community guidelines will be deleted and other videos which espouse hate or racism will be more difficult to find. However, it is quite interesting how only the final paragraph mentions perhaps the real reason why the company has set new policies. Extremist videos have been around for years so why suddenly the change? Yes, there has been an increase in terrorist attacks in Western Europe recently, but the main reason may be that advertisers have pulled their money because their advertisements appeared alongside extremist videos. Large companies such as McDonald's, Verizon, AT&T and Volkswagon have left the Google-owned platform and I think that this has had a more significant impact on the new policies than the article states. Just like when 21st Century Fox finally got rid of Bill O'Reilly because advertisers took away their money, I believe that monetary reasons are the prime factor for these policies. While I applaud the changes that have been implemented, the public should not be blind to the truth.
"Grim Echoes for Families: An Officer Shoots and a Jury Acquits"
Just yesterday I was driving in southern Georgia to meet my family for Fathers Day in Dublin, Georgia. While we were driving, a police officer in the lane parallel to ours drove beside our 2015 Dodge Durango. A nice car for a black family one might say. Leather seats, surround sound speakers, shiny wheels. The police had no cars in front or behind their vehicle, but decided to slow down and drive along side us. My anxious brain immediately thought "If they pull us over, maybe my mom will pass for a white woman and it will be ok! She has light skin!". I bet you're looking for a reason why I was so triggered. Maybe I was pulled over before? Nope. Nothing but my dark skin that is such a blessing and a curse in my home I call America. Now I love America. My favorite class was AP U.S. History, but when I see articles like this one where a man was shot, because he looked like a threat to an officer...I realize the only threat was the same threat my family and I, especially my thirteen-year-old little brother, will always have sprawled across our foreheads in black ink. Philando was only one of many black people who died for no good reason other than he looked like a threat. Sometimes officers "get it wrong", but because of people like Officer Yanez, who can go free after killing Philando, I get a little desolate on the 4th of July. I feel a little guilty eating hotdogs with sparklers while my people are suffering.
Just yesterday I was driving in southern Georgia to meet my family for Fathers Day in Dublin, Georgia. While we were driving, a police officer in the lane parallel to ours drove beside our 2015 Dodge Durango. A nice car for a black family one might say. Leather seats, surround sound speakers, shiny wheels. The police had no cars in front or behind their vehicle, but decided to slow down and drive along side us. My anxious brain immediately thought "If they pull us over, maybe my mom will pass for a white woman and it will be ok! She has light skin!". I bet you're looking for a reason why I was so triggered. Maybe I was pulled over before? Nope. Nothing but my dark skin that is such a blessing and a curse in my home I call America. Now I love America. My favorite class was AP U.S. History, but when I see articles like this one where a man was shot, because he looked like a threat to an officer...I realize the only threat was the same threat my family and I, especially my thirteen-year-old little brother, will always have sprawled across our foreheads in black ink. Philando was only one of many black people who died for no good reason other than he looked like a threat. Sometimes officers "get it wrong", but because of people like Officer Yanez, who can go free after killing Philando, I get a little desolate on the 4th of July. I feel a little guilty eating hotdogs with sparklers while my people are suffering.
"The Empathetic Dog" by Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi
In the event that anger or sadness brings me to tears, I can always count on a soft, wriggly creature appearing at my side. My dog’s wide eyes will wide gaze up at me, paws patting me anxiously, as if she is asking, “What’s wrong?” The introductory anecdote in “The Empathetic Dog” describes a similar situation, in which a service dog calms a veteran suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. Empathetic abilities of pets and animals are a fascination to myself and the numerous scientists digging into the topic. Within the article, the author cites numerous relevant studies that have shown new insights in emotion contagion between animals and people, as well as between fellow animals. Scientists observed that exposure to sounds and images of unhappy animals or humans causes visible signs of distress in piglets, horses, and dogs. Likewise, a raise in salivary cortisol, a hormone which indicates stress, was measured in dogs at the presence of the same stimuli. Responses like these indicate that animals truly can detect, and feel to a certain extent, the emotions of other organisms. As a dog-owner, this seems like a no-brainer, but despite these advancements, science still awaits further proof and an explanation for this conclusion. Further studies will reveal the intricacies of the complex phenomena of empathy; meanwhile, man can enjoy the comfort of a unique bond with his furry best friend.
In the event that anger or sadness brings me to tears, I can always count on a soft, wriggly creature appearing at my side. My dog’s wide eyes will wide gaze up at me, paws patting me anxiously, as if she is asking, “What’s wrong?” The introductory anecdote in “The Empathetic Dog” describes a similar situation, in which a service dog calms a veteran suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. Empathetic abilities of pets and animals are a fascination to myself and the numerous scientists digging into the topic. Within the article, the author cites numerous relevant studies that have shown new insights in emotion contagion between animals and people, as well as between fellow animals. Scientists observed that exposure to sounds and images of unhappy animals or humans causes visible signs of distress in piglets, horses, and dogs. Likewise, a raise in salivary cortisol, a hormone which indicates stress, was measured in dogs at the presence of the same stimuli. Responses like these indicate that animals truly can detect, and feel to a certain extent, the emotions of other organisms. As a dog-owner, this seems like a no-brainer, but despite these advancements, science still awaits further proof and an explanation for this conclusion. Further studies will reveal the intricacies of the complex phenomena of empathy; meanwhile, man can enjoy the comfort of a unique bond with his furry best friend.
"Michelle Carter is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case"
The article that I chose to read for my first New York Times summer reading contest response is, "Michelle Carter is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case". I chose to read this article because it is such an extremely interesting case. Carter was convicted of involuntary manslaughter, but this verdict is controversial. Although it is clear that Carter encouraged Roy’s suicide, are text messages and phone calls enough to convict a person of manslaughter? I thought that this was an interesting piece to read, because it is clear that Carter pushed her boyfriend towards suicide, but there is currently no specific law prohibiting her actions. It is also possible that she is protected under the First Amendment because there is no proof of Michelle physically harming Conrad in any way, it was her calls and text messages which urged him to take his own life. Although I found this article extremely interesting, it’s argument contained a bit of bias. The article seemed biased by the author’s personal opinion because the evidence noted weighed more heavily on the side of Carter being guilty than not guilty. Despite this bias, the opposing argument was somewhat acknowledged in the piece. I would’ve liked to see more of the evidence from each side equally to formulate my own opinion on the case. Ultimately, this article was intriguing to read.
The article that I chose to read for my first New York Times summer reading contest response is, "Michelle Carter is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case". I chose to read this article because it is such an extremely interesting case. Carter was convicted of involuntary manslaughter, but this verdict is controversial. Although it is clear that Carter encouraged Roy’s suicide, are text messages and phone calls enough to convict a person of manslaughter? I thought that this was an interesting piece to read, because it is clear that Carter pushed her boyfriend towards suicide, but there is currently no specific law prohibiting her actions. It is also possible that she is protected under the First Amendment because there is no proof of Michelle physically harming Conrad in any way, it was her calls and text messages which urged him to take his own life. Although I found this article extremely interesting, it’s argument contained a bit of bias. The article seemed biased by the author’s personal opinion because the evidence noted weighed more heavily on the side of Carter being guilty than not guilty. Despite this bias, the opposing argument was somewhat acknowledged in the piece. I would’ve liked to see more of the evidence from each side equally to formulate my own opinion on the case. Ultimately, this article was intriguing to read.
“Teenage Documentarians Show the Power of Photography”
By Gareth Smit
This year I took an analog photography class in school. I learned how process film and print photos in a darkroom, and I developed a greater appreciation for photography. Before the digital age, photography was a more time consuming art that required patience and dedication. Nowadays, it seems like anyone with a phone is a photographer, but this just isn’t true. I think that this article does a good job of capturing the importance of preserving and passing on the art of photography. Because photography isn’t taking 2,000 photos and scouring through them in hopes of finding one good photo. Photography is deliberately capturing things that strike the photographer, and that they hope will convey a significant idea. The teenagers in this piece are learning to create authentic compositions, which I think everyone should do. Because when you look through a viewfinder, you see the world from a completely different perspective. You begin to explore all different points of view and angles, and suddenly the world isn’t the same world you thought it was. Photography can teach a person more about the world around them, as well as make them reflect on their own identity. Lastly, as Jonathan Maldonado says in the video with this article, photography teaches confidence. I believe that confidence is one of the most important things that a person can have, and that it cannot be learned by hiding behind an iPhone.
By Gareth Smit
This year I took an analog photography class in school. I learned how process film and print photos in a darkroom, and I developed a greater appreciation for photography. Before the digital age, photography was a more time consuming art that required patience and dedication. Nowadays, it seems like anyone with a phone is a photographer, but this just isn’t true. I think that this article does a good job of capturing the importance of preserving and passing on the art of photography. Because photography isn’t taking 2,000 photos and scouring through them in hopes of finding one good photo. Photography is deliberately capturing things that strike the photographer, and that they hope will convey a significant idea. The teenagers in this piece are learning to create authentic compositions, which I think everyone should do. Because when you look through a viewfinder, you see the world from a completely different perspective. You begin to explore all different points of view and angles, and suddenly the world isn’t the same world you thought it was. Photography can teach a person more about the world around them, as well as make them reflect on their own identity. Lastly, as Jonathan Maldonado says in the video with this article, photography teaches confidence. I believe that confidence is one of the most important things that a person can have, and that it cannot be learned by hiding behind an iPhone.
“Dallas Schools, Long Segregated, Charge Forward on Diversity”
By Danna Goldstein
Before I read this article I had no understanding that diversity within schools is a big problem. Ever since kindergarten I’ve been in public school surrounded by all equals who are trying to accomplish the same thing I am, and education. I believe that what Mr. Hinojosa is trying to accomplish, with not just Dallas but more cities in having more demographic minority schools will save our society. All these cities with only suburban, white schools have no concrete reason to why they choose to have the same admission policies and high standardizing tests to see which kids will get in even if others have a better chance in accomplishing more afterwards. These schools are like dominoes and soon they'll get knocked down by a great force that they won't be able to get up from. In this article there was a mother who moved her son to a more demographic minority school and she said, “ My husband and I both went to suburban, white high school, “It’s not a reflection of real life.” This is one of the most influential things in this article as this mother is saying that the school she went to isn’t as promising as one of the schools Mr. Hinojosa is trying to administer, she knows that her son will get more from this school than others. And other parents should realize that if they want the best for their kids they will do what’s best for them by giving them a better chance at striving with equals.
By Danna Goldstein
Before I read this article I had no understanding that diversity within schools is a big problem. Ever since kindergarten I’ve been in public school surrounded by all equals who are trying to accomplish the same thing I am, and education. I believe that what Mr. Hinojosa is trying to accomplish, with not just Dallas but more cities in having more demographic minority schools will save our society. All these cities with only suburban, white schools have no concrete reason to why they choose to have the same admission policies and high standardizing tests to see which kids will get in even if others have a better chance in accomplishing more afterwards. These schools are like dominoes and soon they'll get knocked down by a great force that they won't be able to get up from. In this article there was a mother who moved her son to a more demographic minority school and she said, “ My husband and I both went to suburban, white high school, “It’s not a reflection of real life.” This is one of the most influential things in this article as this mother is saying that the school she went to isn’t as promising as one of the schools Mr. Hinojosa is trying to administer, she knows that her son will get more from this school than others. And other parents should realize that if they want the best for their kids they will do what’s best for them by giving them a better chance at striving with equals.
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Death, life, and how to live has always been a subject that entertained me, for it is the only thing that makes me think at night. When I saw the title, "I’m Dying Up Here: Books on How to Grieve and How to Die", and since I love to read, I thought I could entertain myself a bit further by reading this article to then read books about my subject of interest. Many different theories on death and sorts have been brought up throughout the years though (of course) and to say one is true? And not only that, but since religion is also important to me, I know a lot about death in culture as well. For example in Christianity, Hell or Heaven awaits, Hell (either a real "Hell" or nothingness) and Heaven (where your dreams come true). If you do not believe in god, you go to Hell, and Heaven vise versa, but in other cultures, it is based on merely good and bad. And although an atheist I am, I would never be driven be death or be forced to act a certain way for an end result, I entertain the thought of being remembered and not only that, but living since you have the opportunity. Whether Hell or Heaven exists, I do not care. I will live to not please a "god", but to please the living.
Death, life, and how to live has always been a subject that entertained me, for it is the only thing that makes me think at night. When I saw the title, "I’m Dying Up Here: Books on How to Grieve and How to Die", and since I love to read, I thought I could entertain myself a bit further by reading this article to then read books about my subject of interest. Many different theories on death and sorts have been brought up throughout the years though (of course) and to say one is true? And not only that, but since religion is also important to me, I know a lot about death in culture as well. For example in Christianity, Hell or Heaven awaits, Hell (either a real "Hell" or nothingness) and Heaven (where your dreams come true). If you do not believe in god, you go to Hell, and Heaven vise versa, but in other cultures, it is based on merely good and bad. And although an atheist I am, I would never be driven be death or be forced to act a certain way for an end result, I entertain the thought of being remembered and not only that, but living since you have the opportunity. Whether Hell or Heaven exists, I do not care. I will live to not please a "god", but to please the living.
"The Teenagers Standing Up to Putin" by Amie Ferris-Rotman
Harsh and repressive societies can often lead to rebellion amongst a population. For Russia's teenagers, this is not an exception. Led by opposition leader Aleksei Navalny, riots across the city of Moscow took place to combat the corrupt government spending, as well as the government's repressive and strict tactics which aim at a target that screams "corruption." These protestors were standing up to Putin and his government which gained notoriety amongst the Russian people for Putin spending government money of luxuries and vacations. Navalny, along with his vast amount of supporters, took to the streets of Moscow to show their dissident with Putin's regime. What interests me most about this article is the fact that the protestors were so young, even my age of 16. I have the utmost respect for the teens that risked their lives in an authoritarian society to convey their discontent with their government. I know for sure that I couldn't have the courage to protest for what I believe in on the streets, let alone protest for what I believe in with my parents at home. Although it saddens me that teens have to riot to get the change they want in society, I am proud that the members of my generation took the initiative to stand up for their rights, even in an authoritarian government.
Harsh and repressive societies can often lead to rebellion amongst a population. For Russia's teenagers, this is not an exception. Led by opposition leader Aleksei Navalny, riots across the city of Moscow took place to combat the corrupt government spending, as well as the government's repressive and strict tactics which aim at a target that screams "corruption." These protestors were standing up to Putin and his government which gained notoriety amongst the Russian people for Putin spending government money of luxuries and vacations. Navalny, along with his vast amount of supporters, took to the streets of Moscow to show their dissident with Putin's regime. What interests me most about this article is the fact that the protestors were so young, even my age of 16. I have the utmost respect for the teens that risked their lives in an authoritarian society to convey their discontent with their government. I know for sure that I couldn't have the courage to protest for what I believe in on the streets, let alone protest for what I believe in with my parents at home. Although it saddens me that teens have to riot to get the change they want in society, I am proud that the members of my generation took the initiative to stand up for their rights, even in an authoritarian government.
Leana Fahmy
“Judge in Bill Cosby Case Declares a Mistrial” by Graham Bowley, Richard Perez-Pena and Jon Hurdle. This article was interesting due to the subject of the article - Bill Cosby. Bill Cosby is a television icon being sued for sexual assault. The principle in the American criminal justice system states, “innocent until proven guilty.” This principle came to mind repeatedly while reading this article. Just the accusation alone damaged Cosby’s career - his image is permanently distorted. Bill Cosby’s case is very high profile, attracting lots of publicity and enticing everyone to have their own opinion. Even if the second trial’s ruling finds him innocent, Cosby will never regain his reputation. This case shows the predicament with society’s view of suspects.
Article Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/17/arts/television/bill-cosby-trial-day-...®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news
“Judge in Bill Cosby Case Declares a Mistrial” by Graham Bowley, Richard Perez-Pena and Jon Hurdle. This article was interesting due to the subject of the article - Bill Cosby. Bill Cosby is a television icon being sued for sexual assault. The principle in the American criminal justice system states, “innocent until proven guilty.” This principle came to mind repeatedly while reading this article. Just the accusation alone damaged Cosby’s career - his image is permanently distorted. Bill Cosby’s case is very high profile, attracting lots of publicity and enticing everyone to have their own opinion. Even if the second trial’s ruling finds him innocent, Cosby will never regain his reputation. This case shows the predicament with society’s view of suspects.
Article Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/17/arts/television/bill-cosby-trial-day-...®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news
"Admit It. Summer's Terrible"
I can agree with this article at some points. Summer is always hot and gets me to sweat even when I'm outside for only a couple minutes. It leaves me hot and when I'm too hot I'm too uncomfortable until I cool down. The heat also makes me uncomfortable in jeans, considering how hot it is, and has my only choices of pants are sweatpants and shorts even though i don't really like shorts. But without school I have more days to do activities like go to the beach, go to a concert, spend a week at a relative's house, or just sit at home and play video games. i can also go and hang out with my friends without having to worry about an assignment due in just two days. Summer has probably more ups than downs but it can't compare to the seasons of Winter and Spring.
I can agree with this article at some points. Summer is always hot and gets me to sweat even when I'm outside for only a couple minutes. It leaves me hot and when I'm too hot I'm too uncomfortable until I cool down. The heat also makes me uncomfortable in jeans, considering how hot it is, and has my only choices of pants are sweatpants and shorts even though i don't really like shorts. But without school I have more days to do activities like go to the beach, go to a concert, spend a week at a relative's house, or just sit at home and play video games. i can also go and hang out with my friends without having to worry about an assignment due in just two days. Summer has probably more ups than downs but it can't compare to the seasons of Winter and Spring.
Jon Lester, a Chicago Cubs left hand pitcher, reached his 150th career victory. After being in the MLB for 11 years, he is beginning to think that reaching 300 wins is impossible. most players are retiring after 10 or 15 years of playing in the MLB. Lester is not planning on playing baseball through his 40's. and neither is most of the other players. Now the reason why pitchers aren't getting much playing time is that hitters have adapted to the pitchers curve ball, slider, fast ball, etc. That means that hitters are hitting. So managers are pulling the pitchers and going to the bullpen. this means that perfect games are soon going to go away. the last time we ever had a 300 game winner was Randy Johnson: who had a career record of 300-164. H played for 22 seasons to get that record. Now just think. If Lester won 150 games in 11 years, and Johnson won two times as much in double the years. So if Lester continues for another 11 years, he will for sure have 300 wins at the end of his career. Now a little history. In 1901, a man named Cy Young won 511 games: the most in MLB history. Right behind him is Walter Johnson with 417 career wins. Young and Johnson are the only 2 players to exceed 400 wins. Of course the pitching rotation didn't exist before the 20's. Even though they pitched out of the order, they still won more than 400 games in a little over 20 years. So yes Jon Lester, it is possible, you just need to hold your horses and have fun.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers"
After reading this article, the first thing that came to my mind was the release of the Netflix original series, "13 Reasons Why." based off the novel by Jay Asher- a show that revolves around the suicide of the character Hannah Baker. Depression, suicide, and bullying, are just some of the topics that should never be joked about. You never know how close to home some of these topics can be for some people. And yes, there are some people who will say, "Don't take it so serious, it's just a joke!" But they should realize that unfortunately, not everyone in the world can say they were never victims of bullying and/or depression. Eldridge Cleaver once said, “You either have to be part of the solution, or you’re going to be part of the problem.” I want to be part of the solution and help the mentally ill get the treatment they deserve to see that life is worth living. I don’t want to be part of the problem, like Michelle Carter, and tell her “boyfriend” to “kill himself”. I know someone close to me, who has been fighting depression for a bit more than a year. I know he was struggling, but he had the support of the people close to him, to help him when he needed it. And now, he’s mentally stronger than before and wants to pay it forward by helping others who also have depression. In conclusion, I am saying that mental illnesses are not a joke and shouldn’t be ignored.
After reading this article, the first thing that came to my mind was the release of the Netflix original series, "13 Reasons Why." based off the novel by Jay Asher- a show that revolves around the suicide of the character Hannah Baker. Depression, suicide, and bullying, are just some of the topics that should never be joked about. You never know how close to home some of these topics can be for some people. And yes, there are some people who will say, "Don't take it so serious, it's just a joke!" But they should realize that unfortunately, not everyone in the world can say they were never victims of bullying and/or depression. Eldridge Cleaver once said, “You either have to be part of the solution, or you’re going to be part of the problem.” I want to be part of the solution and help the mentally ill get the treatment they deserve to see that life is worth living. I don’t want to be part of the problem, like Michelle Carter, and tell her “boyfriend” to “kill himself”. I know someone close to me, who has been fighting depression for a bit more than a year. I know he was struggling, but he had the support of the people close to him, to help him when he needed it. And now, he’s mentally stronger than before and wants to pay it forward by helping others who also have depression. In conclusion, I am saying that mental illnesses are not a joke and shouldn’t be ignored.
“The Alanis Morissette Album From the ‘90s America Needs Now”
By Hanif Abdurraqib
I was immediately struck after seeing the headline, “The Alanis Morissette Album From the ‘90s America Needs Now” because I have too recently had encounters with Alanis’s musical presence throughout the last five months. After stumbling upon her hit song “Ironic” which was a much needed comic relief. Only days later I heard the song again. I brought it to the attention of my mother and sister, which led to watching the Youtube clip from her appearance on James Corden’s, The Late Late Show. Which of course led to more laughter after hearing the modernized version. The concept of adaptability from the past to the present is seemingly rare but when seen done so smoothly in these moments with Alanis’s music, made the connection seem much more realistic. I have recently found myself reminiscing about days when I was politically unaware, in a blissful ignorance which the Obama administration had brought to me. I knew not of caucuses and electoral colleges, but in the span of a year they had seemed to invade my mind and television. Admittedly “a 90s album won’t keep anyone safe or save anyone” but it doesn’t need to. I wholeheartedly agree that a musical interpretation of “Jagged Little Pill” would illustrate exactly what ever the American watching it would need, be that romantic reassurance after a tragic end or regained confidence in our nation, that any type of rough patch can be grown into grass.
By Hanif Abdurraqib
I was immediately struck after seeing the headline, “The Alanis Morissette Album From the ‘90s America Needs Now” because I have too recently had encounters with Alanis’s musical presence throughout the last five months. After stumbling upon her hit song “Ironic” which was a much needed comic relief. Only days later I heard the song again. I brought it to the attention of my mother and sister, which led to watching the Youtube clip from her appearance on James Corden’s, The Late Late Show. Which of course led to more laughter after hearing the modernized version. The concept of adaptability from the past to the present is seemingly rare but when seen done so smoothly in these moments with Alanis’s music, made the connection seem much more realistic. I have recently found myself reminiscing about days when I was politically unaware, in a blissful ignorance which the Obama administration had brought to me. I knew not of caucuses and electoral colleges, but in the span of a year they had seemed to invade my mind and television. Admittedly “a 90s album won’t keep anyone safe or save anyone” but it doesn’t need to. I wholeheartedly agree that a musical interpretation of “Jagged Little Pill” would illustrate exactly what ever the American watching it would need, be that romantic reassurance after a tragic end or regained confidence in our nation, that any type of rough patch can be grown into grass.
"How to Conquer the Challenge of Long-Term Travel" by: Stephanie Lee
Traveling of any kind is a lifelong experience that will be remembered forever and cherished for the all memories.I have always been a person who wants to go out and see the world as much as I can because it was made for us to go out and explore. This guide on how to travel really interested me because I love experiencing and learning new things. The article talks all about traveling and some good tips behind it so when I get older and out of college, that I know what I am doing when I go to new places. Reading the article I learned the importance of planning out and making sure that I have everything organized like my passports, money, the safety of where I am traveling, and to have an idea of what I want to do when I am there. That traveling is not easy and especially when doing it on your own too can be very hard but following these steps will make things easier. The girl who wrote this used her friend as an example when she went to Maui,Hawaii and it made me think when I went to Hawaii and how different the two trips sounded. Her friend had everything planned out and had backups for things in case it wrong and where my trip with my family was very laid back and just a go with a flow kind of deal. Seeing the two different trips made me realize that next time I go on a trip I should follow the guidelines and be a little more planned out so that I can fill it with fun filled activities.
Traveling of any kind is a lifelong experience that will be remembered forever and cherished for the all memories.I have always been a person who wants to go out and see the world as much as I can because it was made for us to go out and explore. This guide on how to travel really interested me because I love experiencing and learning new things. The article talks all about traveling and some good tips behind it so when I get older and out of college, that I know what I am doing when I go to new places. Reading the article I learned the importance of planning out and making sure that I have everything organized like my passports, money, the safety of where I am traveling, and to have an idea of what I want to do when I am there. That traveling is not easy and especially when doing it on your own too can be very hard but following these steps will make things easier. The girl who wrote this used her friend as an example when she went to Maui,Hawaii and it made me think when I went to Hawaii and how different the two trips sounded. Her friend had everything planned out and had backups for things in case it wrong and where my trip with my family was very laid back and just a go with a flow kind of deal. Seeing the two different trips made me realize that next time I go on a trip I should follow the guidelines and be a little more planned out so that I can fill it with fun filled activities.
“Out With the New at E3, as the Old Stays in Play,” by: Nick Wingfield
I am a gamer at heart and the E3 event is one of my favorite introductions to new tech, each year.
After reading the article, my favorite pick of the year… Microsoft! Microsoft has fallen behind in past years with its loss in anime titles, where Sony has lead the market with a surplus of titles.
At E3, Microsoft unleashed the beast: Xbox One X or, as many refer to it, the Xbox One - Project Scorpion. Release date Nov. 7, 2017. This excitement has made many PlayStations fans consider switching.
Yet again, Sony attempted to build hype, by introducing the development of a new product, PlayStation 5. Sony did not commit to a release date for their new console. With at least 2 years to go, this leaves fans feeling empty handed for fall 2017, in which Sony failed to impress with any new games/technology to look forward to. Although they did still impress their fans with new games and content to come in 2018 and 2019.
Now, the argument of who won the 2017 E3 begins! This year, many argue that Microsoft won due to their spectacular content being released in the near future. E3 tends to be very cringe for the fans, which I think we can all agree on, as gamers. This year had its moment’s, but showed some improvement on the professionalism, in my opinion. Overall I think that E3 was exciting and informative this year!
I am a gamer at heart and the E3 event is one of my favorite introductions to new tech, each year.
After reading the article, my favorite pick of the year… Microsoft! Microsoft has fallen behind in past years with its loss in anime titles, where Sony has lead the market with a surplus of titles.
At E3, Microsoft unleashed the beast: Xbox One X or, as many refer to it, the Xbox One - Project Scorpion. Release date Nov. 7, 2017. This excitement has made many PlayStations fans consider switching.
Yet again, Sony attempted to build hype, by introducing the development of a new product, PlayStation 5. Sony did not commit to a release date for their new console. With at least 2 years to go, this leaves fans feeling empty handed for fall 2017, in which Sony failed to impress with any new games/technology to look forward to. Although they did still impress their fans with new games and content to come in 2018 and 2019.
Now, the argument of who won the 2017 E3 begins! This year, many argue that Microsoft won due to their spectacular content being released in the near future. E3 tends to be very cringe for the fans, which I think we can all agree on, as gamers. This year had its moment’s, but showed some improvement on the professionalism, in my opinion. Overall I think that E3 was exciting and informative this year!
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/07/education/preparing-emerging-adults-f...
The article that interested me most this week was “Preparing ‘Emerging Adults’ for College and Beyond” by Alina Tugend. In the article, Tugend addresses the growing multitude of unprepared young adults entering the real world, which is an extremely relevant dilemma. Clinical psychologist Rachel Ginsberg and the NewYork-Presbyterian Youth Anxiety Center, hope to ease the transition from childhood to adulthood by exposing adolescents to the situations they will encounter later in life through the center’s “Launching Emerging Adults” Program. The program edifies adolescents in managing disappointments and ensuring that their needs are met, in addition to ordinary household responsibilities. Often times, young individuals struggle with duties as mundane and ordinary as household chores or placing a restaurant order. Personally, I struggle with tasks that my parents found routine and simple when they were my age, such as cooking dinner or making phone calls. With a focus on studies, extracurricular activities, and social engagements, there is little time left in students’ schedules to prepare for the day-to-day activities of adult life. Although this generation often hesitates to admit it, countless minors are blatantly unprepared for living on their own and managing their own lives.
The article that interested me most this week was “Preparing ‘Emerging Adults’ for College and Beyond” by Alina Tugend. In the article, Tugend addresses the growing multitude of unprepared young adults entering the real world, which is an extremely relevant dilemma. Clinical psychologist Rachel Ginsberg and the NewYork-Presbyterian Youth Anxiety Center, hope to ease the transition from childhood to adulthood by exposing adolescents to the situations they will encounter later in life through the center’s “Launching Emerging Adults” Program. The program edifies adolescents in managing disappointments and ensuring that their needs are met, in addition to ordinary household responsibilities. Often times, young individuals struggle with duties as mundane and ordinary as household chores or placing a restaurant order. Personally, I struggle with tasks that my parents found routine and simple when they were my age, such as cooking dinner or making phone calls. With a focus on studies, extracurricular activities, and social engagements, there is little time left in students’ schedules to prepare for the day-to-day activities of adult life. Although this generation often hesitates to admit it, countless minors are blatantly unprepared for living on their own and managing their own lives.
"What Is the Green Climate Fund and How Much Does the U.S. Actually Pay?" By Nadja Popovich and Henry Fountain
The environment has always been a topic of interest for me because I am only in high school and I don't want the world to be destroyed by the time I grow up. According to the article, industrialized countries have voluntarily donated $10.3 billion since 2013 to help less westernized nations reduce greenhouse gas discharge. This will help keep global temperature down. Once global temperatures are down that will lead to many other problems being solved. The United States vowed to donate $3 billion, the second largest donor after Japan, but is currently only the 11th largest donor. This is something I would like to change for our country because I believe our environment is extremely important. I find this a topic that should be discussed and something we need to find solutions to because eventually, even if this is in hundreds of years, children will have an unsafe planet to grow up on and inherit. Us teenagers are the next generation to take control of the world and we need to find a way to positively impact out environment.
The environment has always been a topic of interest for me because I am only in high school and I don't want the world to be destroyed by the time I grow up. According to the article, industrialized countries have voluntarily donated $10.3 billion since 2013 to help less westernized nations reduce greenhouse gas discharge. This will help keep global temperature down. Once global temperatures are down that will lead to many other problems being solved. The United States vowed to donate $3 billion, the second largest donor after Japan, but is currently only the 11th largest donor. This is something I would like to change for our country because I believe our environment is extremely important. I find this a topic that should be discussed and something we need to find solutions to because eventually, even if this is in hundreds of years, children will have an unsafe planet to grow up on and inherit. Us teenagers are the next generation to take control of the world and we need to find a way to positively impact out environment.
"How to Conquer the Challenge of Long-Term Travel" by: Stephanie Lee
Traveling of any kind is a lifelong experience that will be remembered forever and cherished for the all memories. I have always been a person who wants to go out and see the world as much as I can because it was made for us to go out and explore. This guide on how to travel really interested me because I love experiencing and learning new things. The article talks all about traveling and some good tips behind it so when I get older and out of college, that I know what I am doing when I go to new places. Reading the article I learned the importance of planning out and making sure that I have everything organized like my passports, money, the safety of where I am traveling, and to have an idea of what I want to do when I am there. That traveling is not easy and especially when doing it on your own too can be very hard but following these steps will make things easier. The girl who wrote this used her friend as an example when she went to Maui,Hawaii and it made me think when I went to Hawaii and how different the two trips sounded. Her friend had everything planned out and had backups for things in case it wrong and where my trip with my family was very laid back and just a go with a flow kind of deal. Seeing the two different trips made me realize that next time I go on a trip I should follow the guidelines and be a little more planned out so that I can fill it with fun filled activities.
Traveling of any kind is a lifelong experience that will be remembered forever and cherished for the all memories. I have always been a person who wants to go out and see the world as much as I can because it was made for us to go out and explore. This guide on how to travel really interested me because I love experiencing and learning new things. The article talks all about traveling and some good tips behind it so when I get older and out of college, that I know what I am doing when I go to new places. Reading the article I learned the importance of planning out and making sure that I have everything organized like my passports, money, the safety of where I am traveling, and to have an idea of what I want to do when I am there. That traveling is not easy and especially when doing it on your own too can be very hard but following these steps will make things easier. The girl who wrote this used her friend as an example when she went to Maui,Hawaii and it made me think when I went to Hawaii and how different the two trips sounded. Her friend had everything planned out and had backups for things in case it wrong and where my trip with my family was very laid back and just a go with a flow kind of deal. Seeing the two different trips made me realize that next time I go on a trip I should follow the guidelines and be a little more planned out so that I can fill it with fun filled activities.
"Teenage Documentarians Show The Power O Photography," by Gareth Smit. This was an interesting article to read because it gave me an understanding of the dedication and effort photographers put in to making sure their message and purpose in captured in a visual representation. Three teenagers, Saliyah Mohammed, Jonathon Maldonado, and Tyler Roarty all attend classes at community photography programs throughout NYC and they all use photography to touch upon the different things that concern or interests them the most in their communities and society. Saliyah Mohammed gives us insight on how taking a picture does not mean pressing a button and letting the camera work its magic. With a good picture comes a purpose/message and with that comes the intentions and desires of the photographers. Regarding social media, I feel like it has an effect in terms of just getting it out there. But with photography, the person takes time out of their everyday life to deliver a certain aspect of live that we should think about and consider more often. Also, when I look at photography, I can sense the fact that the photographer put enough dedication and thought into it for me to understand their message and what is important to them that I could think about. I have a lot of respect for these kids because they take the time to capture their message that can increase our understanding and knowledge of the different aspects that they take not of in their environment and society in general.
"Who Really Needs to Be Gluten-Free?" by Jane E. Brody
I found this article to be particularly interesting because I have always had a fascination with the world of medicine and this article branched off into an area of medicine that is talked about in great detail: food. I was also very interested in this article because I myself once tried a gluten free diet. With the experience of actually going through a gluten free diet without having celiac disease, I encountered on weight loss and feeling more energized which this article did state. However, I do not agree that a self-diagnosed gluten free diets have as many disadvantages as the article stated based on my experience and the experiences of close friends and family who went on the diet. In this article I discovered that there has been a significant increase of children being found with celiac disease and it gets me to really think: Why? Why are the percentages of celiac disease found in children going up as we progress forward into a more technological age? Contrary to what some may say, this article is more linked to medical research than it is diet because of the questions that arose when I read this. I didn't really have questions on how the diet works or anything of that nature, I had questions that related to how it affects the human body and what could be causing it to rise in number among Americans. It gave me insight into how different fields are connected as a group rather than as individuals.
I found this article to be particularly interesting because I have always had a fascination with the world of medicine and this article branched off into an area of medicine that is talked about in great detail: food. I was also very interested in this article because I myself once tried a gluten free diet. With the experience of actually going through a gluten free diet without having celiac disease, I encountered on weight loss and feeling more energized which this article did state. However, I do not agree that a self-diagnosed gluten free diets have as many disadvantages as the article stated based on my experience and the experiences of close friends and family who went on the diet. In this article I discovered that there has been a significant increase of children being found with celiac disease and it gets me to really think: Why? Why are the percentages of celiac disease found in children going up as we progress forward into a more technological age? Contrary to what some may say, this article is more linked to medical research than it is diet because of the questions that arose when I read this. I didn't really have questions on how the diet works or anything of that nature, I had questions that related to how it affects the human body and what could be causing it to rise in number among Americans. It gave me insight into how different fields are connected as a group rather than as individuals.
"Scientists Discover a Key to a Longer Life in Male DNA" is the article that interested me the most this week because I'm surprised that one's time of death can be determined by a genetic factor that is not an illness. Before reading this, I thought people who lived long only did so because they lived in ways that were healthy for them. This article also intrigues me because it would be remarkable if scientists could actually make drugs that would extend the duration of your life, because so many people are afraid of death and want to live as long as possible. This is the closest thing I've heard of in my life to cheating mortality, which is as unrealistic and incredible to humans as the ability to fly. The fact that scientists have gained a better understanding of what makes people live longer genetically, and may be able to use this information to extend human lives a little longer, excites me.
Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground
By GRETCHEN REYNOLDSJUNE
As I was scrolling through the Health section of the New York Times, I came across an article with an intriguing title, Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground. As of before this moment I never truly associated physical health with mental awareness. To me, these two subjects did not correspond with each other, but this title got me thinking. I decided to give into my curiosity and read through this article. I was amazed by every bit of information that I read. The article is about a study done by researchers from Northeastern University in Boston and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The research teams tracked hundreds of 8 to 10 year old children in a nine month after school exercise program in Urbana. One group of children exercised seventy minutes a day while the others did not exercise. At the end of these trials, it was observed that the children who did not participate in exercise gained more versatile fat, while the children who did stay active lost versatile fat. At the end of the nine month period, both groups of children took a computerized test to asses how well they could pay attention. The active children received higher scores on these tests than the inactive ones. I felt enlightened after realizing that mental health and physical health go hand and hand. This article interested me because it helped me become more aware of my own body and it’s abilities.
By GRETCHEN REYNOLDSJUNE
As I was scrolling through the Health section of the New York Times, I came across an article with an intriguing title, Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground. As of before this moment I never truly associated physical health with mental awareness. To me, these two subjects did not correspond with each other, but this title got me thinking. I decided to give into my curiosity and read through this article. I was amazed by every bit of information that I read. The article is about a study done by researchers from Northeastern University in Boston and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The research teams tracked hundreds of 8 to 10 year old children in a nine month after school exercise program in Urbana. One group of children exercised seventy minutes a day while the others did not exercise. At the end of these trials, it was observed that the children who did not participate in exercise gained more versatile fat, while the children who did stay active lost versatile fat. At the end of the nine month period, both groups of children took a computerized test to asses how well they could pay attention. The active children received higher scores on these tests than the inactive ones. I felt enlightened after realizing that mental health and physical health go hand and hand. This article interested me because it helped me become more aware of my own body and it’s abilities.
The debate of the length of recess and gym was a huge part of my elementary school career. There was always kids complaining about how short recess was and random people coming to our school telling us why we needed longer P.E. classes. When I was looking for an article, the title “Losing Fat, Gaining Brain Power, on the Playground” got me thinking. I began to remember all the years of recess and gym class. If exercising really makes you smarter, then why did it all just stop? As I read through the article, I learned that most children do not meet the federal guidelines for exercise, which is one hour a day if you are under 18. I also learned that there is not much known about the connection between fat and brain health until very recently. A study proved there is a connection between abdominal fat and brain function. Two different groups of children were monitored for a year, one group was put through an after school exercise program while the other was not. At the end, the first group of children proved to score better on computerized testing than the second group, who were not active. I found this rather interesting, thinking back to elementary school when our recesses were 30 minutes long. Reading this article connected me to my elementary school self, always wishing and wanting a longer recess. It will be interesting to see what will happen in schools when this study is published and whether they will lengthen recess and PE classes.
“The 25 Best Films of the 21st Century” by Manohla Dargis and A.O. Scott.
Movies have always been a huge part of my life and as I was growing up they always provided an escape into other worlds that may have been unimaginable beforehand. Classifying the 25 best films of the century is a challenge, but I believe that the authors captured cinema excellence perfectly. Although the movie genres varied from comedy to drama to action, the authors were still able to equally represent all movies to be considered masterpieces. The authors focused on movies that connect with the audience and leave a lasting effect on them, which reminded me of the movies that I watched with my Dad growing up that left a huge mark on me. I agree that building a connection with the audience is the defining trait of good films and personally, this trait is the most important for me to love and enjoy a certain movie. The ranking on the list was also done with this in mind, with familiar films such as Spirited Away, Mad Max, and Inside Out, taking high spots. The authors displayed the movies as art, with each movie shown as its own individual masterpiece with its own unique perks that got it on the list. There was also little bias throughout the article, with the merits and breakthroughs of each movie showcased over the authors personal opinion. The authors made this list their true best films list, and I was able to agree with them on several films and see their arguments for why these movies stood out.
Movies have always been a huge part of my life and as I was growing up they always provided an escape into other worlds that may have been unimaginable beforehand. Classifying the 25 best films of the century is a challenge, but I believe that the authors captured cinema excellence perfectly. Although the movie genres varied from comedy to drama to action, the authors were still able to equally represent all movies to be considered masterpieces. The authors focused on movies that connect with the audience and leave a lasting effect on them, which reminded me of the movies that I watched with my Dad growing up that left a huge mark on me. I agree that building a connection with the audience is the defining trait of good films and personally, this trait is the most important for me to love and enjoy a certain movie. The ranking on the list was also done with this in mind, with familiar films such as Spirited Away, Mad Max, and Inside Out, taking high spots. The authors displayed the movies as art, with each movie shown as its own individual masterpiece with its own unique perks that got it on the list. There was also little bias throughout the article, with the merits and breakthroughs of each movie showcased over the authors personal opinion. The authors made this list their true best films list, and I was able to agree with them on several films and see their arguments for why these movies stood out.
"Who Really Needs to Be Gluten-Free?" by Jane E. Brody.
In the article "Who Really Needs to Be Gluten-Free?" by Jane E. Brody, multiple doctors and organizations discuss the Gluten-Free trend that is thriving in America. This article covers the aspects of why people are engaging in Gluten-Free diets as well as the positive effects this diet could potentially have on them. The various studies and statements provided throughout the article help the author validate her argument. This article sparked interest in me because my mom recently mentioned going Gluten-Free. She informed me that she wanted to do it because it was overall better for her health and would prevent various illnesses. After reading this article, Brody provided such detailed information that I would recommend my mom to commence this diet. Throughout her argument, she discusses that by becoming Gluten-Free, many people will avoid Celiac Disease which many people do not know they have. The author not only discusses the benefits of this diet, but explains the negatives that come into play when removing a major food source. Even though there are negatives, by Brody including various studies, one can rule those negatives out. Ultimately, I am fulfilled that the author was able to justify her point, allowing my interest to never cease.
In the article "Who Really Needs to Be Gluten-Free?" by Jane E. Brody, multiple doctors and organizations discuss the Gluten-Free trend that is thriving in America. This article covers the aspects of why people are engaging in Gluten-Free diets as well as the positive effects this diet could potentially have on them. The various studies and statements provided throughout the article help the author validate her argument. This article sparked interest in me because my mom recently mentioned going Gluten-Free. She informed me that she wanted to do it because it was overall better for her health and would prevent various illnesses. After reading this article, Brody provided such detailed information that I would recommend my mom to commence this diet. Throughout her argument, she discusses that by becoming Gluten-Free, many people will avoid Celiac Disease which many people do not know they have. The author not only discusses the benefits of this diet, but explains the negatives that come into play when removing a major food source. Even though there are negatives, by Brody including various studies, one can rule those negatives out. Ultimately, I am fulfilled that the author was able to justify her point, allowing my interest to never cease.
"Kevin Durant Goes a Couple of Rounds With His Twitter Critics," By: Jonah Engel Bromwich
I have been a huge sports fan since I was a child, so this article drew my attention as soon as I saw the headline. Upon reading the article, I grew more and more interested because it exposed a simple fact to me: professional athletes truly are human. Kevin Durant is a basketball player who's displayed his extraordinary talent so often that it's easy to forget that he's a human with human emotions. His twitter responses and Nike commercial are a testament to his humanity. It shows that while a person may have a thick skin, there's always a breaking point. I personally have the same mindset of the majority of his critics shown in the article. I still do believe that Kevin Durant's abandonment of the Oklahoma City Thunder was a sign of his weakness, but after reading this article Kevin Durant has gained a bit of my respect back.
I have been a huge sports fan since I was a child, so this article drew my attention as soon as I saw the headline. Upon reading the article, I grew more and more interested because it exposed a simple fact to me: professional athletes truly are human. Kevin Durant is a basketball player who's displayed his extraordinary talent so often that it's easy to forget that he's a human with human emotions. His twitter responses and Nike commercial are a testament to his humanity. It shows that while a person may have a thick skin, there's always a breaking point. I personally have the same mindset of the majority of his critics shown in the article. I still do believe that Kevin Durant's abandonment of the Oklahoma City Thunder was a sign of his weakness, but after reading this article Kevin Durant has gained a bit of my respect back.
"Loving, 50 Years Later"
As a child of an interracial couple, Caucasian and east Asian, and after recently listening to a segment on NPR about the "Other Box Project", this article caught my eye. It was interesting to read the perspectives of many interracial couples, and shocking to see how deeply race can divide some people, how these notions of division and superiority can cause such great rifts within and between families. While we tend to think of America as this great nation built upon nonnegotiable freedom for all, we also forget that past laws that forbade freedom for many; in history class, many of my friends are shocked to learn about how deeply discrimination pervaded the nation in the twentieth century: the segregation of African Americans in the South, and in the West, where many neglect the fact that Asian immigrants and their children were heavily segregated from the rest of the population.
While the Supreme Court's ruling was 50 years ago, legislation can not change ideology. It is sad to read that our superficial differences continue to be an insurmountable barrier for some; but, the progress we have made as a country, proven by multiracial couples and children like me, are hopeful reminders of progress.
As a child of an interracial couple, Caucasian and east Asian, and after recently listening to a segment on NPR about the "Other Box Project", this article caught my eye. It was interesting to read the perspectives of many interracial couples, and shocking to see how deeply race can divide some people, how these notions of division and superiority can cause such great rifts within and between families. While we tend to think of America as this great nation built upon nonnegotiable freedom for all, we also forget that past laws that forbade freedom for many; in history class, many of my friends are shocked to learn about how deeply discrimination pervaded the nation in the twentieth century: the segregation of African Americans in the South, and in the West, where many neglect the fact that Asian immigrants and their children were heavily segregated from the rest of the population.
While the Supreme Court's ruling was 50 years ago, legislation can not change ideology. It is sad to read that our superficial differences continue to be an insurmountable barrier for some; but, the progress we have made as a country, proven by multiracial couples and children like me, are hopeful reminders of progress.
"U.K. Government Takes Control of London Fire Response Amid Criticism," by Sewell Chan.
The horrible London fire that occurred on June 14th sent shockwaves across the entire world. It sent a message that these things can still happen, regardless of how far humanity has come in areas like technology and emergency response. People can still die in fires. The article I thought was most interesting this week, "U.K. Government Takes Control of London Fire Response Amid Criticism," explored some of the criticisms made about the level of response the fire received, as well as detailing other possible factors that could have helped the fire spread. The fact that struck me the most in this article was that the Grenfell Tower lacked sprinklers and a centralized alarm system. The article said this was due to the fact that the tower was constructed in 1974 and it was acceptable during that time period, however I cannot see how this was allowed to persist through the building's modern lifespan. People died because this building was not up to code. Working, functional members of society lost their lives because the owner of the building refused (or couldn't afford) to build some sprinkler systems. Honestly, I don't see how this is even legal in the United Kingdom. The article addresses this fact briefly, writing that residents were angry about how much their buildings had been neglected by the council and building management.
The horrible London fire that occurred on June 14th sent shockwaves across the entire world. It sent a message that these things can still happen, regardless of how far humanity has come in areas like technology and emergency response. People can still die in fires. The article I thought was most interesting this week, "U.K. Government Takes Control of London Fire Response Amid Criticism," explored some of the criticisms made about the level of response the fire received, as well as detailing other possible factors that could have helped the fire spread. The fact that struck me the most in this article was that the Grenfell Tower lacked sprinklers and a centralized alarm system. The article said this was due to the fact that the tower was constructed in 1974 and it was acceptable during that time period, however I cannot see how this was allowed to persist through the building's modern lifespan. People died because this building was not up to code. Working, functional members of society lost their lives because the owner of the building refused (or couldn't afford) to build some sprinkler systems. Honestly, I don't see how this is even legal in the United Kingdom. The article addresses this fact briefly, writing that residents were angry about how much their buildings had been neglected by the council and building management.
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“How Pasteur’s Artistic Insight Change Chemistry” (article)
The article that interested me the most in the New York Times this week was about Pasteur’s - a renowned chemist - artistic background that helped him in his discovery. The article makes a valid argument that Pasteur’s discovery of chirality would not have been made if he had not had the artistic influence he had. A lithograph drawing is most likely the cause of the discovery of chirality because Pasteur realized the paper copies will never look quite as good as the original art on stone. Just as chiral molecules, the paper prints and the stone were not superimposable. The validity of the argument is further proven by the fact that Pasteur made this hypothesis shortly after receiving his career. I believe this article proves that art is important to the world. While it may not be as essential as science by comparison of discoveries, - as artists are not particularly known for making “discoveries” - no work can be done without inspiration. Every individual who makes a discovery or even just a simple hypotheses sees something that gives origin to this thought. For Pasteur, it was art. To know that art has influenced an extremely important part of chemistry makes me wonder - and hope - about/for the future ways art may inspire science.
The article that interested me the most in the New York Times this week was about Pasteur’s - a renowned chemist - artistic background that helped him in his discovery. The article makes a valid argument that Pasteur’s discovery of chirality would not have been made if he had not had the artistic influence he had. A lithograph drawing is most likely the cause of the discovery of chirality because Pasteur realized the paper copies will never look quite as good as the original art on stone. Just as chiral molecules, the paper prints and the stone were not superimposable. The validity of the argument is further proven by the fact that Pasteur made this hypothesis shortly after receiving his career. I believe this article proves that art is important to the world. While it may not be as essential as science by comparison of discoveries, - as artists are not particularly known for making “discoveries” - no work can be done without inspiration. Every individual who makes a discovery or even just a simple hypotheses sees something that gives origin to this thought. For Pasteur, it was art. To know that art has influenced an extremely important part of chemistry makes me wonder - and hope - about/for the future ways art may inspire science.
"The Anti-Trump Activist Taking on Retailers" by Rachel Abrams.
As a young girl who considers herself a feminist, and who has openly voiced her opinions about our President, this article appealed to me greatly. Shannon Coulter has begun a campaign of sorts, boycotting any retailer that associates with Trump products. She's created a website that lists stores selling items related to the President. This has caused sales to go down for retailers and have caused them to remove Ivanka Trump's products from their stores. While many say that Ms. Coutler is being sexist by going after Ivanka, I disagree. Ivanka openly supports her father's policies and stands by him through the countless offensive things he's spewed onto our society. Gloria Steinem, someone I've looked up to, agreed with Ms. Coulter's actions, as do I. While I had heard that a retail boycott was occurring, I was unaware that there was a website that supported and backed the idea. As soon as I finish with this comment, I'll end up going to find said website. As a young girl in the United States, it makes me angry and sad that people have elected someone who has openly stated that he likes to grab women by the genitals and equally, on record, mocked and insulted a disabled reporter, that makes me sick. Seeing groups like "Grab Your Wallet" make me feel hope. They show that there are other people in the world who openly express the same opinions I have.
As a young girl who considers herself a feminist, and who has openly voiced her opinions about our President, this article appealed to me greatly. Shannon Coulter has begun a campaign of sorts, boycotting any retailer that associates with Trump products. She's created a website that lists stores selling items related to the President. This has caused sales to go down for retailers and have caused them to remove Ivanka Trump's products from their stores. While many say that Ms. Coutler is being sexist by going after Ivanka, I disagree. Ivanka openly supports her father's policies and stands by him through the countless offensive things he's spewed onto our society. Gloria Steinem, someone I've looked up to, agreed with Ms. Coulter's actions, as do I. While I had heard that a retail boycott was occurring, I was unaware that there was a website that supported and backed the idea. As soon as I finish with this comment, I'll end up going to find said website. As a young girl in the United States, it makes me angry and sad that people have elected someone who has openly stated that he likes to grab women by the genitals and equally, on record, mocked and insulted a disabled reporter, that makes me sick. Seeing groups like "Grab Your Wallet" make me feel hope. They show that there are other people in the world who openly express the same opinions I have.
"Only Mass Deportation Can Save America", by Bret Stephens. What first drew me to this article was the title, and the outrageous statement it made. I am pro-immigration because that was what America was built on. Immigration. The American pioneers were not born in America, like the Native American, but immigrated to America by crossing the sea to find the liberty missing in the unrighteous and unforgiving land of Great Britain. They were God-fearing and loving people, who, even though it was difficult being in a new land and creating a new life, continued to push through the hardships. They were immensely rewarded with being welcomed by and forming new friendships with the Native Americans, and the continuous respect of generations to come. That is what America was built on: liberty, immigration, and God. The article's title went against that irrevocable truth, which instigated me to read the atrocity. But, as I read the actual content, I realized that Stephens understood this truth and was more pro-active about it. His researched satire on mass deportation of born-Americans, who are not as God-fearing, law-abiding, enterprising, and pro-education as immigrants. His article has made me realize that I automatically connected deportation to immigrants, when most least deserve it. Not surprising with Trump's constant threats of deportation, but not entirely justified. So, let me make this a formal apology to Bret Stephens for judging your article based on your title. I'm sorry.
"No, Google's Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India," by Ellen Barry.
As a person who is in constant awe of the vast technology, I was very interested and curious to learn about the influence of technology in India, especially since it is a country that I am not too familiar with. After recently watching a documentary of how Aaron Swartz was devoted to free, open internet, I thought that reading about the use of internet in other parts of the world would increase my knowledge on the vast technology and its influence.
Interestingly, I discovered that in the rural regions of India, some people do not care for the internet even though they wish to acquire education. Although the internet has its disadvantages and stereotypes, people need to realize the benefits. Like Mr. Neti from India, who wishes his uncle will find use for the internet, I believe that technology is phenomonal. The fact that one can acces almost any information from a single mobile device is remarkable, since the world is continuosly developing. It was ironic for me to read how people India, which has great computer engineers, feel severe opposition to technology. The use of the internet can actually benefit people's lives and the living conditions of the rural villages, if people will stop feeling skepticism towards it. Constant improvement of technology proves the constant improvement in society. This article gives me a clear insight on why some communities aren't modernized and how it can.
As a person who is in constant awe of the vast technology, I was very interested and curious to learn about the influence of technology in India, especially since it is a country that I am not too familiar with. After recently watching a documentary of how Aaron Swartz was devoted to free, open internet, I thought that reading about the use of internet in other parts of the world would increase my knowledge on the vast technology and its influence.
Interestingly, I discovered that in the rural regions of India, some people do not care for the internet even though they wish to acquire education. Although the internet has its disadvantages and stereotypes, people need to realize the benefits. Like Mr. Neti from India, who wishes his uncle will find use for the internet, I believe that technology is phenomonal. The fact that one can acces almost any information from a single mobile device is remarkable, since the world is continuosly developing. It was ironic for me to read how people India, which has great computer engineers, feel severe opposition to technology. The use of the internet can actually benefit people's lives and the living conditions of the rural villages, if people will stop feeling skepticism towards it. Constant improvement of technology proves the constant improvement in society. This article gives me a clear insight on why some communities aren't modernized and how it can.
“Questions Mount After Fire at Grenfell Tower in London Kills at Least 12” By STEPHEN CASTLE, DANNY HAKIM and CEYLAN YEGINSU
After seeing this article, my mind was once again be filled with pictures of victims from building fire all around the world. And yet what strikes me most is the idea of how severe a damage of a single fire can cause to so many people in one night and that we could have had prevented those nightmares from happening.
The terrifying Fire in London has not only reminded us about fire safety regulations that we usually turn a deaf ear to but also raised concerns about the local authorities’ efforts in ensuring safety for residents in high-rise buildings. According to the article, the people living at Grenfell Tower have warned about the possibilities of fire happening for several years, but regardless of those complaints, the owner of the building still didn’t make any moves. And only after the serious fire has taken place did an investigation on how the fire quickly spread be started, with questions about the materials of the building.
To me, the photos and videos of the fire as well as the victims and firefighters’ painful experiences are what caught my attention of all other articles. I’m truly glad that the victims are now helped by generous donations, and personally I hope that the causes of the fire will be found out in order to make sure that no more tragedies like this would happen again.
After seeing this article, my mind was once again be filled with pictures of victims from building fire all around the world. And yet what strikes me most is the idea of how severe a damage of a single fire can cause to so many people in one night and that we could have had prevented those nightmares from happening.
The terrifying Fire in London has not only reminded us about fire safety regulations that we usually turn a deaf ear to but also raised concerns about the local authorities’ efforts in ensuring safety for residents in high-rise buildings. According to the article, the people living at Grenfell Tower have warned about the possibilities of fire happening for several years, but regardless of those complaints, the owner of the building still didn’t make any moves. And only after the serious fire has taken place did an investigation on how the fire quickly spread be started, with questions about the materials of the building.
To me, the photos and videos of the fire as well as the victims and firefighters’ painful experiences are what caught my attention of all other articles. I’m truly glad that the victims are now helped by generous donations, and personally I hope that the causes of the fire will be found out in order to make sure that no more tragedies like this would happen again.
"One Way to Fix Uber: Think Twice Before Using It"
by Farhad Manjoo
Uber has been a thriving business in recent years and continues to grow in customers. This has come as a shock to me in the event that citizens are voluntarily putting their lives in danger for the advantage of a quick lift. As a child I was always told to never talk to strangers or get into suspicious white vans, and now only a decade later people are getting into vehicles with strangers on the daily.
Even when provided with substantial evidence that Uber is not a trustworthy transportation option after reports of rape, harsh treatment of their workers, or even failure to communicate properly when addressed by the public, civilians still choose to utilize this service. As stated within the article in paragraph six, "According to the pseudo-earnings reports it regularly releases to the press, its revenue tripled in the past year."
Although, contrary to my strong opposition to Uber, the article brings up a valid point on the services benefit for their workers globally. As an example the author provided opinions from Indian residents who claimed working for Uber improved their lives. The prospect of Uber in India had never even occurred to me and how this transportation service could decrease the congestion within cities and provide access to the poor.
Overall, there are many improvements in which could be established within the company of Uber in order to ensure customers safety while benefiting employees.
by Farhad Manjoo
Uber has been a thriving business in recent years and continues to grow in customers. This has come as a shock to me in the event that citizens are voluntarily putting their lives in danger for the advantage of a quick lift. As a child I was always told to never talk to strangers or get into suspicious white vans, and now only a decade later people are getting into vehicles with strangers on the daily.
Even when provided with substantial evidence that Uber is not a trustworthy transportation option after reports of rape, harsh treatment of their workers, or even failure to communicate properly when addressed by the public, civilians still choose to utilize this service. As stated within the article in paragraph six, "According to the pseudo-earnings reports it regularly releases to the press, its revenue tripled in the past year."
Although, contrary to my strong opposition to Uber, the article brings up a valid point on the services benefit for their workers globally. As an example the author provided opinions from Indian residents who claimed working for Uber improved their lives. The prospect of Uber in India had never even occurred to me and how this transportation service could decrease the congestion within cities and provide access to the poor.
Overall, there are many improvements in which could be established within the company of Uber in order to ensure customers safety while benefiting employees.
“Teenager Extols Tolerance, Then Hard-Liners React”
At first, the journey of Asa Firda Inayah, or “Afi,” from a singular, muffled voice nestled among the books of a small town library in a diminutive East Java town to host of one of Indonesia’s most popular radio shows struck me as a mere cliche. It seemed like yet another story of an impoverished teen overcoming significant societal boundaries. Yet, once I plunged deeper into the article, my opinion quickly changed as her willingness to challenge prevailing political norms in her own country resonated with my approach to the current political situation in the U.S.
Like many of our Gen Z peers around the world, Afi strove from a young age to challenge her country’s power structure, in her case the divisive rhetoric spewed from the mouths of Islamic hardliners. Her courage in speaking out, even when threatened with death, empowers me. As an aspiring journalist, I was offended by her decision to plagiarize a social post, though that action further dimensionalizes and humanizes her. Yet, I’m inspired by her ability to cut through the media clutter to issue a clarion call for reason in her country of more than 250 million. Faced with a torrent of disinformation from alt-right media sources and a President with a distant connection to the truth, I am motivated by Afi’s example to seek ways for my voice to be heard on the important issues of the day even if I’m threatened.
At first, the journey of Asa Firda Inayah, or “Afi,” from a singular, muffled voice nestled among the books of a small town library in a diminutive East Java town to host of one of Indonesia’s most popular radio shows struck me as a mere cliche. It seemed like yet another story of an impoverished teen overcoming significant societal boundaries. Yet, once I plunged deeper into the article, my opinion quickly changed as her willingness to challenge prevailing political norms in her own country resonated with my approach to the current political situation in the U.S.
Like many of our Gen Z peers around the world, Afi strove from a young age to challenge her country’s power structure, in her case the divisive rhetoric spewed from the mouths of Islamic hardliners. Her courage in speaking out, even when threatened with death, empowers me. As an aspiring journalist, I was offended by her decision to plagiarize a social post, though that action further dimensionalizes and humanizes her. Yet, I’m inspired by her ability to cut through the media clutter to issue a clarion call for reason in her country of more than 250 million. Faced with a torrent of disinformation from alt-right media sources and a President with a distant connection to the truth, I am motivated by Afi’s example to seek ways for my voice to be heard on the important issues of the day even if I’m threatened.
June 18. "Trump ‘Is Not Under Investigation,’ His Lawyer Insists"
-MICHAEL D. SHEAR and NOAH WEILAND
According to the lawyer of the American president, our nation's controversial leader wasn't under siege amid claims to Russian interference in our most recent election.
This article in question presents oblivious evidence of the extreme hypocrisy of the American society relative to global affairs. For example, this piece was published amongst many other articles that report the similar topic. Although it was a fantastic work of writing, it isolates itself in highlighting the fact that we as Americans are too focused on internal affairs that we fabricate our own blockade to aid the world around us. We may be divided due to the current issues that emerge in our time, but we must envision past them. Many in our country oppose our current president, too focused on his mistakes rather than constructing ways that aid not only ourselves, but the greater good of all humanity as well. If we may put aside our petty situations in our country, we are able to focus on aiding the world's most pestering injustices. As a developed society, we are able to harvest our potential to support the weight of global situations. Our president is the least of our problems. In engaging in this process, the American people, along with the rest of the world, may provide a sustaining Earth that our children may call home.
-MICHAEL D. SHEAR and NOAH WEILAND
According to the lawyer of the American president, our nation's controversial leader wasn't under siege amid claims to Russian interference in our most recent election.
This article in question presents oblivious evidence of the extreme hypocrisy of the American society relative to global affairs. For example, this piece was published amongst many other articles that report the similar topic. Although it was a fantastic work of writing, it isolates itself in highlighting the fact that we as Americans are too focused on internal affairs that we fabricate our own blockade to aid the world around us. We may be divided due to the current issues that emerge in our time, but we must envision past them. Many in our country oppose our current president, too focused on his mistakes rather than constructing ways that aid not only ourselves, but the greater good of all humanity as well. If we may put aside our petty situations in our country, we are able to focus on aiding the world's most pestering injustices. As a developed society, we are able to harvest our potential to support the weight of global situations. Our president is the least of our problems. In engaging in this process, the American people, along with the rest of the world, may provide a sustaining Earth that our children may call home.
It was hard picking just one article ,but the "why do fathers leave" is the most eye catching. Why consider yourself a father if you're not taking care of what you created. It seems that it's most common for a household to not have a biological father in it & it shouldn't be that way as the saying goes it takes two people to make a child & it takes a village to raise one. So why leave a mother to raise the child alone? I understand relationships aren't always picture perfect and sometimes it's best to spilt up , but that doesn't mean relationships between a father and a child should end. They're special routines that could be accommodated. Because a child should never pay for a parents mistakes. If you aren't responsible enough to plan a future for a child should you really be doing what it's take to make one?
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"Father-Daughter Dance Gets A Makeover In 'Modern Family' Era" by Elizabeth Holmes
I found this article interesting because I had never really considered how father-daughter dances affected those who don't have a father or those who live in a nontraditional family setting. In this new era of diverse families it is important to accommodate for all of the students' families. It was also interesting to read about the elementary school in Sacramento that is changing the dance to make it less exclusive. I think this is just one example of how the world is moving forward to accommodate less traditional families. Just a few years ago, there wouldn't have been such a strong desire to alter the traditional father-daughter dance to include a wider range of families. After reading this article, I have a better understanding of the difficulties that families different from mine must face. I support the school's decision even after reading some of the parents' concerns. While one parent suggested that is downgrades the role of a father, I think it continues to celebrate the importance of family no matter the relationship. I think it is important to include more than just fathers because those without them are left feeling excluded as mother Brandy Black mentioned in the article. Hopefully, other schools across the nation can learn from this change and do the same because every student deserves the chance to attend a school dance regardless of family arrangement.
I found this article interesting because I had never really considered how father-daughter dances affected those who don't have a father or those who live in a nontraditional family setting. In this new era of diverse families it is important to accommodate for all of the students' families. It was also interesting to read about the elementary school in Sacramento that is changing the dance to make it less exclusive. I think this is just one example of how the world is moving forward to accommodate less traditional families. Just a few years ago, there wouldn't have been such a strong desire to alter the traditional father-daughter dance to include a wider range of families. After reading this article, I have a better understanding of the difficulties that families different from mine must face. I support the school's decision even after reading some of the parents' concerns. While one parent suggested that is downgrades the role of a father, I think it continues to celebrate the importance of family no matter the relationship. I think it is important to include more than just fathers because those without them are left feeling excluded as mother Brandy Black mentioned in the article. Hopefully, other schools across the nation can learn from this change and do the same because every student deserves the chance to attend a school dance regardless of family arrangement.
What caught my intreast was the article "The Triumph Of Wonder Woman" By Frank Bruni.
It caught my intreast as "Wonder Women" was the movie I wanted to watch since the trailer was released. I still haven't watch it but according to the artcle, the movie made about 90 to 105 million dollar. After reading the article, I'm really looking forward to watch it as i know it will be great.
It caught my intreast as "Wonder Women" was the movie I wanted to watch since the trailer was released. I still haven't watch it but according to the artcle, the movie made about 90 to 105 million dollar. After reading the article, I'm really looking forward to watch it as i know it will be great.
https://nyti.ms/2shGlkZ
The article, Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers written by Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood, caught my interest as a result of the recent tragedy that occurred near my area in which a young girl committed suicide. Only 12 years old, she was a victim of bullying, which led to her death. After reading the article’s title, I hoped that it would provide another perspective on a similar situation. Interestingly enough, the article seems to defend Michelle Carter, the teenager who is seemingly responsible for Conrad Roy’s suicide, and it describes her as a victim of her own emotional instability. As the article continues, it describes the interactions between the two, which clearly shows Carter urging Roy to take his life. Though it is not stated directly, the article implies that rather than blaming Carter, her use of antidepressants should be blamed. She can not be excused for her actions if they result in extremes such as suicide. Roy’s death was preventable but Carter’s words, despite conceivably being influenced by extraneous circumstances, led to his suicide. The persuasion she provided convincing Roy to take his life proves that her intentions were not in his favor. Additionally, it can not be proven that antidepressants were the main cause of her choices, and it is important that the repercussions are weighed accordingly. Overall, Carter’s depression can not be used as an excuse to further another person’s troubles.
The article, Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers written by Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood, caught my interest as a result of the recent tragedy that occurred near my area in which a young girl committed suicide. Only 12 years old, she was a victim of bullying, which led to her death. After reading the article’s title, I hoped that it would provide another perspective on a similar situation. Interestingly enough, the article seems to defend Michelle Carter, the teenager who is seemingly responsible for Conrad Roy’s suicide, and it describes her as a victim of her own emotional instability. As the article continues, it describes the interactions between the two, which clearly shows Carter urging Roy to take his life. Though it is not stated directly, the article implies that rather than blaming Carter, her use of antidepressants should be blamed. She can not be excused for her actions if they result in extremes such as suicide. Roy’s death was preventable but Carter’s words, despite conceivably being influenced by extraneous circumstances, led to his suicide. The persuasion she provided convincing Roy to take his life proves that her intentions were not in his favor. Additionally, it can not be proven that antidepressants were the main cause of her choices, and it is important that the repercussions are weighed accordingly. Overall, Carter’s depression can not be used as an excuse to further another person’s troubles.
"The Triumph Of Wonder Woman" By Frank Bruni
I found interest in this article because I had heard quite a bit of backlash about it. Many people thought the movie wouldn't do well but were all quickly proved wrong by how much money the movie pulled in, a whopping 90 to 105 million. This movie hushed all the sexist doubters who trash on lead female roles and directors.
All through out history woman in movies are typically minor roles who either don't do much in that said movie or just don't get recognized, but this is the age of female empowerment. As a female myself it's a special feeling to see female played and directed movies do so well to bring in viewers and to hush the haters.
From my understanding (I've never seen the movie) Wonder Woman grows up on an island lead by all females, who fight and are overall independent, so when she goes to a whole new place with males it's an eye opener to how woman are treated by men.
I had originally thought the movie didn't do so well but after reading this article I'm glad and happily informed to know that it did so amazing and was actually a movie that empowered woman, instead of putting them down.
I found interest in this article because I had heard quite a bit of backlash about it. Many people thought the movie wouldn't do well but were all quickly proved wrong by how much money the movie pulled in, a whopping 90 to 105 million. This movie hushed all the sexist doubters who trash on lead female roles and directors.
All through out history woman in movies are typically minor roles who either don't do much in that said movie or just don't get recognized, but this is the age of female empowerment. As a female myself it's a special feeling to see female played and directed movies do so well to bring in viewers and to hush the haters.
From my understanding (I've never seen the movie) Wonder Woman grows up on an island lead by all females, who fight and are overall independent, so when she goes to a whole new place with males it's an eye opener to how woman are treated by men.
I had originally thought the movie didn't do so well but after reading this article I'm glad and happily informed to know that it did so amazing and was actually a movie that empowered woman, instead of putting them down.
“A Campus Argument Goes Viral. Now the College Is Under Siege.” By Anemona Hartocollis
While reading this article I felt sad that a college would have a traditional day of absence for black students. To ask anyone to leave campus because of the color of their skin is cruel and unjust treatment. The color of our skin does not have anything to do with us as a person. Will this racism ever end between our skin color? Decade after decade the conflict has continued between people of different races. My parents did not raise me to think that I am any better than anyone else who is different then myself. We need to continue to work on finding a way to have peace between us all, no matter what our race and skin color is. There should be no division between us.
I am happy that graduation did happen, although not where it was traditionally held at the Red Square, campus plaza, but at a rented baseball stadium thirty miles away. All who attended had to pass through metal detectors. How sad for the senior students graduating, that their last days at their peaceful college in Olympia, WA. had to end with such negative controversy.
While reading this article I felt sad that a college would have a traditional day of absence for black students. To ask anyone to leave campus because of the color of their skin is cruel and unjust treatment. The color of our skin does not have anything to do with us as a person. Will this racism ever end between our skin color? Decade after decade the conflict has continued between people of different races. My parents did not raise me to think that I am any better than anyone else who is different then myself. We need to continue to work on finding a way to have peace between us all, no matter what our race and skin color is. There should be no division between us.
I am happy that graduation did happen, although not where it was traditionally held at the Red Square, campus plaza, but at a rented baseball stadium thirty miles away. All who attended had to pass through metal detectors. How sad for the senior students graduating, that their last days at their peaceful college in Olympia, WA. had to end with such negative controversy.
"Thar She Glows! How the Natural History Museum Cleans Its Blue Whale"
By Joshua Barone
In Thar She Glows, written by Joshua Barone is a brief, light hearted article on the cleaning of the American Museum of Natural History’s famous blue whale. This article was consumed with pictures of Trenton Duerksen, the exhibition maintenance manager, cleaning the mammal in various camera angles. The information revolving the annual cleaning of the massive 21,000 pound blue whale was minimal, and additional information would have greatly strengthen the article. This article interested me, because as a child I distantly remember going into New York City and purchasing a ticket to the American Museum of Natural History. When inside the massive museum, I would drag my whole family to see the gigantic blue whale suspended from the ceiling, and it was quite the sight. Dust collects everywhere, and if the life size model of the world’s biggest mammal is in open air for three hundred and sixty five days, then it is bound to collect a good amount of dust until its annual cleaning. I wanted to learn more about the cleaning of the famous blue whale. This article had my full attention from the beginning, but greatly failed to maintain it. Had the article included the more information on the actual process of cleaning the blue whale, then it would have intrigued me more. Overall, I am a little disappointed by execution of this article, as it could have been more informative.
By Joshua Barone
In Thar She Glows, written by Joshua Barone is a brief, light hearted article on the cleaning of the American Museum of Natural History’s famous blue whale. This article was consumed with pictures of Trenton Duerksen, the exhibition maintenance manager, cleaning the mammal in various camera angles. The information revolving the annual cleaning of the massive 21,000 pound blue whale was minimal, and additional information would have greatly strengthen the article. This article interested me, because as a child I distantly remember going into New York City and purchasing a ticket to the American Museum of Natural History. When inside the massive museum, I would drag my whole family to see the gigantic blue whale suspended from the ceiling, and it was quite the sight. Dust collects everywhere, and if the life size model of the world’s biggest mammal is in open air for three hundred and sixty five days, then it is bound to collect a good amount of dust until its annual cleaning. I wanted to learn more about the cleaning of the famous blue whale. This article had my full attention from the beginning, but greatly failed to maintain it. Had the article included the more information on the actual process of cleaning the blue whale, then it would have intrigued me more. Overall, I am a little disappointed by execution of this article, as it could have been more informative.
A very interesting article in the New York Times this week is entitled Efforts to Rescue Migrants Cause Deadly, Unexpected Consequences and was written by Stuart A. Thompson and Anjali Singhvi. This article speaks about how an increasing number of rescue missions to save drowning refugees fleeing from Africa is having disastrous consequences. Specifically, “any effort to lessen the migrant crisis can backfire as smuggling networks devise even more dangerous strategies in response” (Thompson, Singhvi). Even knowing this more immigrants know that there is a better chance of survival when rescue boats are patrolling the seas, which leaves smugglers open to encourage more and more people to flee. This article is intriguing because of how big a problem this is becoming, and the fact that even the solutions countries are trying to use to solve it, is only making it worse. While the article itself was very interesting it was also written very well. While it is not an opinionated article, it holds a very good argument as to why the solutions to save refugees are not working. The article provides many statistical details that allows the reader to realize for themselves that the problem is only getting worse. Without forcing their opinion upon the reader, the authors show that their viewpoint is correct, and that discovering a new way to save refugees will be the only thing that will prevent the consequences from becoming even worse.
"Sleeping Sailors on U.S.S. Fitzgerald Awoke to a Calamity at Sea" By Jonathan Soble
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/18/world/asia/navy-uss-fitzgerald-japan....
It interested me because many of the sailors were missing and the number of death is not confirmed. Since the collision was not a “small collision,” it made the news article more attractive. It is not a usual event for a United States Navy destroyer to crash. The news article made me question the carelessness of the sleeping sailors as they were all asleep at the time of the incident. It is also interesting that another three major accidents have been reported in that same area. People are demanding more information of the many unknown facts about what went wrong. It would take around a year to detect the problem. The incidence is a mystery that readers and the people are waiting to know. Being an important emergency, President Trump gave thanks to Japanese allies for their assistance.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/18/world/asia/navy-uss-fitzgerald-japan....
It interested me because many of the sailors were missing and the number of death is not confirmed. Since the collision was not a “small collision,” it made the news article more attractive. It is not a usual event for a United States Navy destroyer to crash. The news article made me question the carelessness of the sleeping sailors as they were all asleep at the time of the incident. It is also interesting that another three major accidents have been reported in that same area. People are demanding more information of the many unknown facts about what went wrong. It would take around a year to detect the problem. The incidence is a mystery that readers and the people are waiting to know. Being an important emergency, President Trump gave thanks to Japanese allies for their assistance.
"Letter of Recommendation: The Canadian Football League"
Naturally, as an American, I am inclined to believe that anything belonging or pertaining to my country is superior to its Canadian counterpart. After reading Mitch Moxley's article, however, it seems to me that the NFL, the American football league, could be much improved by taking after the CFL, the Canadian Football League. A shorter play clock in the CFL accelerates the pace of the game, while a larger field and only three downs per set (instead of the NFL's four) promote more movement and generate more exciting plays. Whereas in the NFL, a player can elect to call a "fair-catch" on a punt instead of returning the ball, thus immediately ending the play, a Canadian receiving player must return the ball. The NFL, which saw its ratings drop 8% in 2016, would be wise to adopt some of CFL's rules in order to enliven the game.
Moxley recalls how, as a 9-year-old, he bet against his local CFL team to win the championship, and happily lost this bet when, to his surprise, his team was victorious. I too had a very similar experience in my youth: When I was seven years old, I had all but ruled out the possibility that my beloved New York Giants could topple the undefeated and seemingly invincible New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, but was elated when they did just that. Football, I realized, is not only the object of American adoration, but can serve as a source of passion for people from a variety of places.
Naturally, as an American, I am inclined to believe that anything belonging or pertaining to my country is superior to its Canadian counterpart. After reading Mitch Moxley's article, however, it seems to me that the NFL, the American football league, could be much improved by taking after the CFL, the Canadian Football League. A shorter play clock in the CFL accelerates the pace of the game, while a larger field and only three downs per set (instead of the NFL's four) promote more movement and generate more exciting plays. Whereas in the NFL, a player can elect to call a "fair-catch" on a punt instead of returning the ball, thus immediately ending the play, a Canadian receiving player must return the ball. The NFL, which saw its ratings drop 8% in 2016, would be wise to adopt some of CFL's rules in order to enliven the game.
Moxley recalls how, as a 9-year-old, he bet against his local CFL team to win the championship, and happily lost this bet when, to his surprise, his team was victorious. I too had a very similar experience in my youth: When I was seven years old, I had all but ruled out the possibility that my beloved New York Giants could topple the undefeated and seemingly invincible New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, but was elated when they did just that. Football, I realized, is not only the object of American adoration, but can serve as a source of passion for people from a variety of places.
“Ending the Curse of Remedial Math” by David L. Kirp
Hostos Community College has a wonderful program for students needing extra help with remedial math and English. I am totally in favor of a program like this. I hope that this concept catches on to all of the community colleges across the nation. The article talks about the students that typically join these classes, they fell behind in elementary school and never got caught up. I was lucky that my dad is a math genius and broke the concepts down in a way that I could understand and remember the steps. This community college understands the importance of a college education. Most of the students in this program have had difficulties in their lives which resulted in failed college entrance test scores. The teachers get to know the students on a personal level and a plan is put in place for them to get the best learning experience. The students are lucky to have teachers that care about them and their education. According to the article the students gain confidence and positive reinforcement to be ready for college algebra. They also receive financial assistance, and they have flexibility in their class schedules to fit their busy life styles.
Hostos Community College has a wonderful program for students needing extra help with remedial math and English. I am totally in favor of a program like this. I hope that this concept catches on to all of the community colleges across the nation. The article talks about the students that typically join these classes, they fell behind in elementary school and never got caught up. I was lucky that my dad is a math genius and broke the concepts down in a way that I could understand and remember the steps. This community college understands the importance of a college education. Most of the students in this program have had difficulties in their lives which resulted in failed college entrance test scores. The teachers get to know the students on a personal level and a plan is put in place for them to get the best learning experience. The students are lucky to have teachers that care about them and their education. According to the article the students gain confidence and positive reinforcement to be ready for college algebra. They also receive financial assistance, and they have flexibility in their class schedules to fit their busy life styles.
"I'm O.K. - You're Pure Evil" By: Frank Bruni
In the age of technology, it has become increasingly effortless to share one’s political views with an expanding audience. The internet hypothetically allows users to debate issues with people from different backgrounds, and hear voices that would be otherwise inaccessible. However, this last year has shown that people’s desire for personal validation leads to a divided internet, allowing people to never hear opposing ideas. This sectionalism and lack of opposition has led to increasingly radical opinions on all sides of the issues. In addition, the lack of accountability for online comments can lead to a failure to see the human behind the screen, and empathy online has all but disappeared. However, recent events prove that humanity has not lost its ability to see others as people first, before considering their differences. What makes this article interesting is that the author chose to include the fact that a black, gay, woman saved the life of Rep. Scalise, a man against LGBT rights and for white supremacy, in a recent shooting. Despite varying reactions online, this action changes the tone of the article to be more hopeful. While people online attack Scalise as he lays in a hospital bed, when it mattered, a person was able to set aside political differences and see Scalise as a human first. This shows that, despite intense digital divides, humanity as a whole has not lost the ability to see even their enemies as people.
In the age of technology, it has become increasingly effortless to share one’s political views with an expanding audience. The internet hypothetically allows users to debate issues with people from different backgrounds, and hear voices that would be otherwise inaccessible. However, this last year has shown that people’s desire for personal validation leads to a divided internet, allowing people to never hear opposing ideas. This sectionalism and lack of opposition has led to increasingly radical opinions on all sides of the issues. In addition, the lack of accountability for online comments can lead to a failure to see the human behind the screen, and empathy online has all but disappeared. However, recent events prove that humanity has not lost its ability to see others as people first, before considering their differences. What makes this article interesting is that the author chose to include the fact that a black, gay, woman saved the life of Rep. Scalise, a man against LGBT rights and for white supremacy, in a recent shooting. Despite varying reactions online, this action changes the tone of the article to be more hopeful. While people online attack Scalise as he lays in a hospital bed, when it mattered, a person was able to set aside political differences and see Scalise as a human first. This shows that, despite intense digital divides, humanity as a whole has not lost the ability to see even their enemies as people.
"Need to Fake an Orgasm? There's an 'Intamacy Choreographer' for that" by Laura Collins-Hughes
I'm a bit of a theater nerd, so my first though after entering the NY Times app was to look for articles under -- surprise, surprise -- the theater section. Generally in the world of acting you'll consistently find people "pushing the envelope", and -- in this case -- people writing about it, so it didn't take long to find a piece that caught my eye. Collins-Hughes begins by introducing the predicament that director Jillian Keiley had gotten into when producing the show "Bakkhai". Being uncomfortable with the general talk of sex, she took it upon herself to hire the help of Tonia Sina -- a proffesional in the world of staging sex scenes and coregraphong every intamate moment performed on stage. Not only is she there to make sure the scene is deemed believable, but also to ensure that every actor is safe. It's an interesting thing to think about; being harmed when there is very little that is physically dangerous happening on stageWe most often associate being hurt with a bruise or a broken bone, and are shocked when a fight scene breaks out down stage. But the probability of leaving the stage scarred is just as high when inappropriate touching or a love connection is the culprit.
Within the show, Sina even teaches actor Gordon S. Miller to enact a realistic female orgasm as his character transforms from man to woman in a process leading to arousal. This is is truly a worthy read.
I'm a bit of a theater nerd, so my first though after entering the NY Times app was to look for articles under -- surprise, surprise -- the theater section. Generally in the world of acting you'll consistently find people "pushing the envelope", and -- in this case -- people writing about it, so it didn't take long to find a piece that caught my eye. Collins-Hughes begins by introducing the predicament that director Jillian Keiley had gotten into when producing the show "Bakkhai". Being uncomfortable with the general talk of sex, she took it upon herself to hire the help of Tonia Sina -- a proffesional in the world of staging sex scenes and coregraphong every intamate moment performed on stage. Not only is she there to make sure the scene is deemed believable, but also to ensure that every actor is safe. It's an interesting thing to think about; being harmed when there is very little that is physically dangerous happening on stageWe most often associate being hurt with a bruise or a broken bone, and are shocked when a fight scene breaks out down stage. But the probability of leaving the stage scarred is just as high when inappropriate touching or a love connection is the culprit.
Within the show, Sina even teaches actor Gordon S. Miller to enact a realistic female orgasm as his character transforms from man to woman in a process leading to arousal. This is is truly a worthy read.
In a society where we are taught that the justice system is fair and that rape is a serious crime, the outcome of Bill Cosby’s trial is an outrage and a disappointment. In one where victims of rape are told they were “asking for it” and are vilified for coming out against their rapists, it is unsurprising. It is this same society that elected for president a man who bragged about sexually assaulting women. That released Brock Turner – who raped an unconscious woman – from prison after only three months, on the basis that it would be a shame to ruin the promising future ahead of him. The fact that a jury managed to become deadlocked while facing the enormous amount of evidence stacked against Bill Cosby is beyond reason and can only be explained by systemic rape culture. When dozens of women have accused a man of rape, and the man himself has admitted to giving women Quaaludes and rendering them unable to give consent, there should be no question about whether or not he is guilty. Another issue at play here is that protecting men’s careers is often prioritized over justice for victims of rape and abuse. Many of Bill Cosby’s fans were hoping that Cosby would be proven not guilty, so that their favorite entertainer – a serial rapist – could restore his reputation. Cosby’s own head lawyer tried to downplay the drugging and raping of over 50 women as “womanizing”, because to him, these rape cases are merely a stain on Cosby’s “image as a congenial comedian”.
“Judge in Bill Cosby Case Declares a Mistrial”
In a society where we are taught that the justice system is fair and that rape is a serious crime, the outcome of Bill Cosby’s trial is an outrage and a disappointment. In one where victims of rape are told they were “asking for it” and are vilified for coming out against their rapists, it is unsurprising. It is this same society that elected for president a man who bragged about sexually assaulting women. That released Brock Turner – who raped an unconscious woman – from prison after only three months, on the basis that it would be a shame to ruin the promising future he has ahead of him. The fact that a jury managed to become deadlocked while facing the enormous amount of evidence stacked against Bill Cosby is beyond reason and can only be explained by systemic rape culture. When dozens of women have accused a man of rape, and the man himself has admitted to giving women Quaaludes, there should be no question about whether or not he is guilty. Another issue at play here is that protecting men’s careers is often prioritized over justice for victims of rape and abuse. Many of Bill Cosby’s fans were hoping that Cosby would be proven not guilty, so that their favorite entertainer – a serial rapist – could restore his reputation. Cosby’s own head lawyer tried to downplay the drugging and raping of over 50 women as “womanizing”, because to him, these rape cases are simply a stain on Cosby’s “image as a congenial comedian”.
In a society where we are taught that the justice system is fair and that rape is a serious crime, the outcome of Bill Cosby’s trial is an outrage and a disappointment. In one where victims of rape are told they were “asking for it” and are vilified for coming out against their rapists, it is unsurprising. It is this same society that elected for president a man who bragged about sexually assaulting women. That released Brock Turner – who raped an unconscious woman – from prison after only three months, on the basis that it would be a shame to ruin the promising future he has ahead of him. The fact that a jury managed to become deadlocked while facing the enormous amount of evidence stacked against Bill Cosby is beyond reason and can only be explained by systemic rape culture. When dozens of women have accused a man of rape, and the man himself has admitted to giving women Quaaludes, there should be no question about whether or not he is guilty. Another issue at play here is that protecting men’s careers is often prioritized over justice for victims of rape and abuse. Many of Bill Cosby’s fans were hoping that Cosby would be proven not guilty, so that their favorite entertainer – a serial rapist – could restore his reputation. Cosby’s own head lawyer tried to downplay the drugging and raping of over 50 women as “womanizing”, because to him, these rape cases are simply a stain on Cosby’s “image as a congenial comedian”.
"My Body Doesn't Belong to You" By Heather Burtman
The issue of women objectification has been a stirring topic for as long as a hundred years, and the horrid behavior of men has continued to worsen every decade. Author Heather Burtman has captured the struggle women have to go through everyday with slut shaming and being treated as if they are an object.
As a female teenager in the millennial era, I have witnessed far too many forms of women objectification. One being social media,which has taken over our lives.On Instagram, a popular trend amongst women are selfies. Often, women are shamed for sharing a picture of themselves, and labeled as " self absorbed". When has it become so wrong for a women to love herself, and share that with the world? Social media has stepped up the harassment women have to deal with.
Heather adresses how men assume it's okay to catcall a women on the streets. Such behavior displays the power "men gain from feeding" on a women's body, while taking away her sense of safety in public. The article has opened up my eyes to the amount of disrespectful men reside in this world today, and that a women can never feel safe in her own body anymore with the harassment they have gone through.
The issue of women objectification has been a stirring topic for as long as a hundred years, and the horrid behavior of men has continued to worsen every decade. Author Heather Burtman has captured the struggle women have to go through everyday with slut shaming and being treated as if they are an object.
As a female teenager in the millennial era, I have witnessed far too many forms of women objectification. One being social media,which has taken over our lives.On Instagram, a popular trend amongst women are selfies. Often, women are shamed for sharing a picture of themselves, and labeled as " self absorbed". When has it become so wrong for a women to love herself, and share that with the world? Social media has stepped up the harassment women have to deal with.
Heather adresses how men assume it's okay to catcall a women on the streets. Such behavior displays the power "men gain from feeding" on a women's body, while taking away her sense of safety in public. The article has opened up my eyes to the amount of disrespectful men reside in this world today, and that a women can never feel safe in her own body anymore with the harassment they have gone through.
'Is Pride still for Queer people?" By Krista Burton
The article that interested me the most this week was the article about how LGBTQ people are becoming less and less interested in a holiday that is especially for them. According to the article I read, "Pride" is a huge parade that happens every year for any LGBTQ people to attend. At the parade there are many rainbow colored items and merchandise, such as clothing and other items for sale. This parade is especially important because this is where LGBTQ people can feel safe, and really enjoy themselves, and not have to be worried about being judged or feeling uncomfortable. This is very important because LGBTQ have been treated horribly for a very long time, and I think this parade is the greatest thing for them! It allows them to really show their "true identity" and just have a good time with all of their friends. LGBTQ people are no different than any other person, just because they have a different sexual preference doesn't mean they are "aliens." I always say the same thing "How would you feel if you were the LGBTQ and you were on the other end, the one being judged?" It must feel horrible to be outcasted just because you are who you are! This article really helped me to understand how important this parade that, only happens once a year, and only lasts a weekend is to them! Overall, this article made me realize how badly we have treated them, that they have to go and make a parade just to be themselves.
The article that interested me the most this week was the article about how LGBTQ people are becoming less and less interested in a holiday that is especially for them. According to the article I read, "Pride" is a huge parade that happens every year for any LGBTQ people to attend. At the parade there are many rainbow colored items and merchandise, such as clothing and other items for sale. This parade is especially important because this is where LGBTQ people can feel safe, and really enjoy themselves, and not have to be worried about being judged or feeling uncomfortable. This is very important because LGBTQ have been treated horribly for a very long time, and I think this parade is the greatest thing for them! It allows them to really show their "true identity" and just have a good time with all of their friends. LGBTQ people are no different than any other person, just because they have a different sexual preference doesn't mean they are "aliens." I always say the same thing "How would you feel if you were the LGBTQ and you were on the other end, the one being judged?" It must feel horrible to be outcasted just because you are who you are! This article really helped me to understand how important this parade that, only happens once a year, and only lasts a weekend is to them! Overall, this article made me realize how badly we have treated them, that they have to go and make a parade just to be themselves.
"Zain’s Ramadan Ad, With Images of Terrorism, Divides Twitter" By Ben Hubbard
At first, when I read the headline of the article, I had a feeling that it would be filled with prejudiced comments about the misinterpreted advertisement that was released by Zain (A telecommunications company in Kuwait). Fortunately, some people like Karthic Sinnadurai did praise the advertisement for its optimistic and highly poignant message about raising awareness of first world problems, that I myself, am constantly hearing about as a high school student in Kuwait!
Nevertheless, this article raised my curiosity about the different ways people perceive things. I was interested to see critics “taking offense at” Zain’s distorted reference to the symbol of war-torn Aleppo, Omran Daqneesh. They claim that Omran was not hurt in a terror attack but in an airstrike from the government of Syria. Does it even matter? I firmly believe that an act of terror is any atrocious act that brings fear, pain, and destruction. Thus, I believe that is our job to take Zain’s message into account rather than arguing over an insignificant matter.
What matters is when Ben Hubbard wrote in his article that an Arabic television channel, MBC1, began a "dramatic" series about women's oppressive lives in Islamic Countries! As a rightful and optimistic student in Kuwait, I have seen both sides of the picture and I hope everyone does as well because you will be surprised to see how easily media is distorting the truth!
At first, when I read the headline of the article, I had a feeling that it would be filled with prejudiced comments about the misinterpreted advertisement that was released by Zain (A telecommunications company in Kuwait). Fortunately, some people like Karthic Sinnadurai did praise the advertisement for its optimistic and highly poignant message about raising awareness of first world problems, that I myself, am constantly hearing about as a high school student in Kuwait!
Nevertheless, this article raised my curiosity about the different ways people perceive things. I was interested to see critics “taking offense at” Zain’s distorted reference to the symbol of war-torn Aleppo, Omran Daqneesh. They claim that Omran was not hurt in a terror attack but in an airstrike from the government of Syria. Does it even matter? I firmly believe that an act of terror is any atrocious act that brings fear, pain, and destruction. Thus, I believe that is our job to take Zain’s message into account rather than arguing over an insignificant matter.
What matters is when Ben Hubbard wrote in his article that an Arabic television channel, MBC1, began a "dramatic" series about women's oppressive lives in Islamic Countries! As a rightful and optimistic student in Kuwait, I have seen both sides of the picture and I hope everyone does as well because you will be surprised to see how easily media is distorting the truth!
“Le Pen Loses Luster, Signaling Far Right’s Retreat in France, and Maybe Beyond” by Adam Nossiter
As someone who grew up seeing the backlash of the Obama era, right-wing populism isn’t unfamiliar to me. What had been alien to me, however, was living in a world where the grassroots right dominated politics. That changed over the past year, with Brexit and the US presidential election. Looking at reports over the past few months, I was sure as anyone that Trumpian-style populism would find its way across the West. But then, the National Front lost in the French presidential election, and now faces a defeat in parliament.
To me, this article is interesting because it gives insights about the defeats of le Pen’s party in France. Most importantly, it allows readers to question international politics: Has the FN failed because it couldn’t deliver a coherent message, or is there a greater trend, the collapse of the far right, that will impact the US and UK? While the descriptions of the party’s defeat might suggest a pending end to the right-wing wave, other parts of the article show this might not be so; I noticed that the article’s description of the Aisne, a French region still devoted to the FN, was similar to today’s descriptions of impoverished areas in the US that voted populist and conservative.
Perhaps we’re about to see another revolution in global politics, perhaps not; this article allowed me to see how all possible explanations for what’s happened in France.
As someone who grew up seeing the backlash of the Obama era, right-wing populism isn’t unfamiliar to me. What had been alien to me, however, was living in a world where the grassroots right dominated politics. That changed over the past year, with Brexit and the US presidential election. Looking at reports over the past few months, I was sure as anyone that Trumpian-style populism would find its way across the West. But then, the National Front lost in the French presidential election, and now faces a defeat in parliament.
To me, this article is interesting because it gives insights about the defeats of le Pen’s party in France. Most importantly, it allows readers to question international politics: Has the FN failed because it couldn’t deliver a coherent message, or is there a greater trend, the collapse of the far right, that will impact the US and UK? While the descriptions of the party’s defeat might suggest a pending end to the right-wing wave, other parts of the article show this might not be so; I noticed that the article’s description of the Aisne, a French region still devoted to the FN, was similar to today’s descriptions of impoverished areas in the US that voted populist and conservative.
Perhaps we’re about to see another revolution in global politics, perhaps not; this article allowed me to see how all possible explanations for what’s happened in France.
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“Warriors Win N.B.A. Title, Avenging Themselves Against the Cavaliers”
By Scott Cacciola
Being a basketball fan, I enjoyed this article and I got to see a new perspective of the players. This article showed me how the players and the coaches really felt during this playoff series. It shows that even though you have the best team in the league (GSW), you still have to give it all you’ve got. The Cavs lost the Finals 4 to 1, but that’s only because the warriors gave it all they had. Even the coach of the Warriors said winning a championship isn’t easy even with the best team.
This article showed how the players felt, especially the new signing, Kevin Durant. Scott specifically explained that Kevin Durant felt a different way after winning a championship with this team. He said he couldn’t wait to celebrate with the team since this was his first championship. Scott also showed how LeBron James felt during the series. In the article, LeBron said he gave it all he had. He stated his teammates could’ve done better. I think that if the rest of the Cavs players would’ve played better, they would’ve won the championship.
After reading this article, I feel a different way about basketball. Sometimes there will be one really good player on the team that tries his best but doesn’t succeed. Sometimes there will also be a really good player surrounded by other really good players, and that’s the case for the Warriors, that’s what lead them to the Championship.
By Scott Cacciola
Being a basketball fan, I enjoyed this article and I got to see a new perspective of the players. This article showed me how the players and the coaches really felt during this playoff series. It shows that even though you have the best team in the league (GSW), you still have to give it all you’ve got. The Cavs lost the Finals 4 to 1, but that’s only because the warriors gave it all they had. Even the coach of the Warriors said winning a championship isn’t easy even with the best team.
This article showed how the players felt, especially the new signing, Kevin Durant. Scott specifically explained that Kevin Durant felt a different way after winning a championship with this team. He said he couldn’t wait to celebrate with the team since this was his first championship. Scott also showed how LeBron James felt during the series. In the article, LeBron said he gave it all he had. He stated his teammates could’ve done better. I think that if the rest of the Cavs players would’ve played better, they would’ve won the championship.
After reading this article, I feel a different way about basketball. Sometimes there will be one really good player on the team that tries his best but doesn’t succeed. Sometimes there will also be a really good player surrounded by other really good players, and that’s the case for the Warriors, that’s what lead them to the Championship.
Response for “Remote Pacific Island Covered with Trash”
Where does your trash go? Have you ever thought about it? When you're out fishing in the ocean, what happens to any stuff that you lose? One time use or degradable materials may not be as degradable as they seem. People who live in China, Japan or Chile may not thinks about their everyday trash, which is being swept away in the ocean currents.
Henderson Island in the South Pacific is virtually untouched by human beings. This atoll happens to be located where the counterclockwise currents collect the debris and deposit on its beaches. For an island that doesn’t have human traffic on it, it collects more trash than other islands. Decades of trash can be found under the sand and recent trash on top of the sand. This trash creates a sanctuary for some animals that use the beach, but for other animals it's a death sentence.
Crabs are using plastic containers as shells and I'm sure other animals are finding homes as well. On the other hand, sea turtles and other sea creatures are becoming tangled up in the debris. Trash is constantly accumulating and we should be doing more with it, instead of allowing it to contaminate our environment.
This article shows how decades of trash is still floating in the ocean or being washed up on beaches and not degrading.
nytimes.com/2017/05/16/world/australia/henderson-island-plastic-debris-s...
Where does your trash go? Have you ever thought about it? When you're out fishing in the ocean, what happens to any stuff that you lose? One time use or degradable materials may not be as degradable as they seem. People who live in China, Japan or Chile may not thinks about their everyday trash, which is being swept away in the ocean currents.
Henderson Island in the South Pacific is virtually untouched by human beings. This atoll happens to be located where the counterclockwise currents collect the debris and deposit on its beaches. For an island that doesn’t have human traffic on it, it collects more trash than other islands. Decades of trash can be found under the sand and recent trash on top of the sand. This trash creates a sanctuary for some animals that use the beach, but for other animals it's a death sentence.
Crabs are using plastic containers as shells and I'm sure other animals are finding homes as well. On the other hand, sea turtles and other sea creatures are becoming tangled up in the debris. Trash is constantly accumulating and we should be doing more with it, instead of allowing it to contaminate our environment.
This article shows how decades of trash is still floating in the ocean or being washed up on beaches and not degrading.
nytimes.com/2017/05/16/world/australia/henderson-island-plastic-debris-s...
"The empathetic dog" By Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi
This article interested me the most this week in the times because it opened my eyes to the true bond between humans and our dogs. In this article I read about a former iraq war veteran and his dog Arleigh. It blew my mind how emotionally connected dogs are to humans! When a dog hears a human baby cry its heart rate goes up and it begins to show signs of distress. I believe that dogs truly are mans best friend due to the emotional connection they carry, unlike most animals dogs truly do have feelings of empathy. Arleigh sensed when his man was feeling agitated even when the former Iraq veteran described the feeling as an inner anger that can't truly be seen. Arleigh would put his paw on his mans shoe to calm him and if that didn't work he would lay his head on his lap, and as a last resort he would put his paws on his shoulders. Also in a recent study called 16 pairs of dogs , which all lived in the same house for a year were separated into two rooms and listened to the sound of their partners howls. Both of the dogs heart rates sped up and showed signs of distress. Not to mention there is an organization called k'9s for warriors that helps train service dogs such as Arleigh. All of these things add up to truly shows the emotional cognition between humans and dogs. I hope that k'9s for warriors continues to train these dogs to help people who need them. Most importantly we should never take our amazing dogs for granted!
This article interested me the most this week in the times because it opened my eyes to the true bond between humans and our dogs. In this article I read about a former iraq war veteran and his dog Arleigh. It blew my mind how emotionally connected dogs are to humans! When a dog hears a human baby cry its heart rate goes up and it begins to show signs of distress. I believe that dogs truly are mans best friend due to the emotional connection they carry, unlike most animals dogs truly do have feelings of empathy. Arleigh sensed when his man was feeling agitated even when the former Iraq veteran described the feeling as an inner anger that can't truly be seen. Arleigh would put his paw on his mans shoe to calm him and if that didn't work he would lay his head on his lap, and as a last resort he would put his paws on his shoulders. Also in a recent study called 16 pairs of dogs , which all lived in the same house for a year were separated into two rooms and listened to the sound of their partners howls. Both of the dogs heart rates sped up and showed signs of distress. Not to mention there is an organization called k'9s for warriors that helps train service dogs such as Arleigh. All of these things add up to truly shows the emotional cognition between humans and dogs. I hope that k'9s for warriors continues to train these dogs to help people who need them. Most importantly we should never take our amazing dogs for granted!
"How Europe is Going After Apple, Google, and Other U.S. Tech Giants" by Kelly Couturier
When I read this article, I was very surprised about how Europe is trying to regulate many U.S. tech giants. These tech companies are being changed to fix how information in Europe is being used. I think this could be a good idea because it will help to make Europeans bigger fans of using this websites, which would benefit lots of companies. Even though the way these websites are being used, I don't think it's a good idea to pay the companies pay for what is thought to be wrongdoings. I think it would benefit everyone to compromise a way to fix the problems so that everyone will feel comfortable using these websites in the future.
When I read this article, I was very surprised about how Europe is trying to regulate many U.S. tech giants. These tech companies are being changed to fix how information in Europe is being used. I think this could be a good idea because it will help to make Europeans bigger fans of using this websites, which would benefit lots of companies. Even though the way these websites are being used, I don't think it's a good idea to pay the companies pay for what is thought to be wrongdoings. I think it would benefit everyone to compromise a way to fix the problems so that everyone will feel comfortable using these websites in the future.
“A Climb Out Of Depression, Doubt, And Academic Failure” By Alina Tugend
Many people do through these experiences throughout the world. I have had these moments and they have taught me many things. These moments can tear people apart and sometimes they bring the best out of people. These moments can teach you lessons and can help you figure out a lot about yourself. Moments like this have taught me to be patient and to stay relaxed because one day everything will be great. I have experienced this through school because I was constantly made fun of and everyone would pick on me. Once I realized that one day everything would be alright, I said hey relax and just live life, have fun. Having fun and staying relaxed helped me get over these harsh times. I feel good that I experienced these events because it helped me realize many thigs about myself and to help me overcome these problems. Events like this helped me become the better person I am today. They helped me realized a lot about the world and how to deal with lot of events that happened in that time. Many people have helped me get through times like this and helped me achieve great things. If you keep your mind off of the problems, relax, and have fun you will achieve great things that will help you live a better life. I feel that no one should go through these problems. People should be allowed to be happy all the time, people shouldn't have to be depressed. Greatness will come if you just relax and have fun. Be happy.
Many people do through these experiences throughout the world. I have had these moments and they have taught me many things. These moments can tear people apart and sometimes they bring the best out of people. These moments can teach you lessons and can help you figure out a lot about yourself. Moments like this have taught me to be patient and to stay relaxed because one day everything will be great. I have experienced this through school because I was constantly made fun of and everyone would pick on me. Once I realized that one day everything would be alright, I said hey relax and just live life, have fun. Having fun and staying relaxed helped me get over these harsh times. I feel good that I experienced these events because it helped me realize many thigs about myself and to help me overcome these problems. Events like this helped me become the better person I am today. They helped me realized a lot about the world and how to deal with lot of events that happened in that time. Many people have helped me get through times like this and helped me achieve great things. If you keep your mind off of the problems, relax, and have fun you will achieve great things that will help you live a better life. I feel that no one should go through these problems. People should be allowed to be happy all the time, people shouldn't have to be depressed. Greatness will come if you just relax and have fun. Be happy.
"Guilty Verdict for Young Woman Who Urged Friend to Kill Himself"
By KATHARINE Q. SEELYE and JESS BIDGOOD JUNE 16, 2017
This article interested me very much because I love learning about crime and murder cases. I thought that the girl Ms. Carter was totally guilty and she definitely encouraged Mr. Conrad to take his own life. The defense argued that there wasn't anything to prove what Ms. Carter had said on the phone and Mr. Conrad was determined to kill himself because he had tried before and Ms. Carter couldn't influence him in anyway. I believe this is untrue because Mr. Conrad had gotten out of the truck full of gas that was going to kill him because he got scared and changed his mind, but Mrs. Carter had instructed him over the phone to get back into the truck. The defense also argued that Mrs. Carter can't be guilty of murder because she wasn't at the scene, however today's phone technology pretty much allows a person to be as close as you can get to actually being there. She told him on the phone to get back in the truck and this was directly telling him to kill himself. This article was very interesting to read because it was unlike most murder cases.
By KATHARINE Q. SEELYE and JESS BIDGOOD JUNE 16, 2017
This article interested me very much because I love learning about crime and murder cases. I thought that the girl Ms. Carter was totally guilty and she definitely encouraged Mr. Conrad to take his own life. The defense argued that there wasn't anything to prove what Ms. Carter had said on the phone and Mr. Conrad was determined to kill himself because he had tried before and Ms. Carter couldn't influence him in anyway. I believe this is untrue because Mr. Conrad had gotten out of the truck full of gas that was going to kill him because he got scared and changed his mind, but Mrs. Carter had instructed him over the phone to get back into the truck. The defense also argued that Mrs. Carter can't be guilty of murder because she wasn't at the scene, however today's phone technology pretty much allows a person to be as close as you can get to actually being there. She told him on the phone to get back in the truck and this was directly telling him to kill himself. This article was very interesting to read because it was unlike most murder cases.
"A production of Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar,” with the title character a provocative but inexact stand-in for President Trump, opened Monday night in New York" Photo by Sara Krulwich/The New York Times
I have never read Julius Caesar or seen a play about it. I was drawn to this image due to the ways it can be interpreted. On one hand, the man could be seen as horrified by the atrocity he committed for just a moment. He appears to be backing away from the either dead or dying leader, in fear of some kind of consequence even if his victim has no way to retaliate.
On the other hand, the frightened individual can also be seen as a dear friend or someone close to the fallen man, subjected to watch as someone he has known and worked with breathe his last breath. As for the people in the background, a couple are leaning forward, and one is bringing their hands to their face in horror. These reactions could be out of fear, concern, or even guilt. The image left me with countless thoughts of what could have been going on in the moment, I could look once and see concern, and I could look again to see remorse and guilt.
I have never read Julius Caesar or seen a play about it. I was drawn to this image due to the ways it can be interpreted. On one hand, the man could be seen as horrified by the atrocity he committed for just a moment. He appears to be backing away from the either dead or dying leader, in fear of some kind of consequence even if his victim has no way to retaliate.
On the other hand, the frightened individual can also be seen as a dear friend or someone close to the fallen man, subjected to watch as someone he has known and worked with breathe his last breath. As for the people in the background, a couple are leaning forward, and one is bringing their hands to their face in horror. These reactions could be out of fear, concern, or even guilt. The image left me with countless thoughts of what could have been going on in the moment, I could look once and see concern, and I could look again to see remorse and guilt.
"Warriors Win N.B.A. Title, Avenging Themselves Against the Cavaliers" By Scott Cacciola
The Golden State Warriors are the perfect example of how working hard can help you achieve your goals. Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are a fantastic team but nevertheless, they were too dependent on the Kyrie Irving and Lebron James. The Golden State Warriors may be a super team, but they are what they are because their head coach, Steve Kerr, knows to bring out the best in every player and utilize everyone’s skill. Their logo says it all “Strength in numbers.” In last year’s NBA Finals, the Warriors blew a “3-1” lead and the Cavaliers expected the same thing to happened and was confident. The warriors worked hard and completely swept the Cavaliers. Kevin Durant was an important asset to the Warriors and had a great season that ended with a Finals MVP. Overall, both teams played really well but the Warriors brought out the best in each and every player.
The Golden State Warriors are the perfect example of how working hard can help you achieve your goals. Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are a fantastic team but nevertheless, they were too dependent on the Kyrie Irving and Lebron James. The Golden State Warriors may be a super team, but they are what they are because their head coach, Steve Kerr, knows to bring out the best in every player and utilize everyone’s skill. Their logo says it all “Strength in numbers.” In last year’s NBA Finals, the Warriors blew a “3-1” lead and the Cavaliers expected the same thing to happened and was confident. The warriors worked hard and completely swept the Cavaliers. Kevin Durant was an important asset to the Warriors and had a great season that ended with a Finals MVP. Overall, both teams played really well but the Warriors brought out the best in each and every player.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/04/25/climate/todays-energy-job...
The article that interested me the most this week in The Times is “Today’s Energy Jobs Are in Solar, Not Coal”, by Nadja Popovich. I was very glad to know that the United States is moving away from coal and now going into renewable energy, especially solar energy. Jobs created in the solar energy industry is twice more than the coal industry in 2016 in the United States. However, solar energy only outputted a very small amount of energy for the United States last year. I hope to see more energy produced with solar energy in the United States since more people are working in the solar industry now. Even though recently, United States drop out from the Paris Agreement, according to the data from this article, I think the United States is one of the major contributors to fighting climate change. As I was reading the article, I was wondering how my country, Myanmar, is doing, in terms of energy. From what I have seen, there are not any big steps taken yet to change the country as a whole into using renewable energy sources. I wish my country could see changes in the future like what is happening now in the United States.
The article that interested me the most this week in The Times is “Today’s Energy Jobs Are in Solar, Not Coal”, by Nadja Popovich. I was very glad to know that the United States is moving away from coal and now going into renewable energy, especially solar energy. Jobs created in the solar energy industry is twice more than the coal industry in 2016 in the United States. However, solar energy only outputted a very small amount of energy for the United States last year. I hope to see more energy produced with solar energy in the United States since more people are working in the solar industry now. Even though recently, United States drop out from the Paris Agreement, according to the data from this article, I think the United States is one of the major contributors to fighting climate change. As I was reading the article, I was wondering how my country, Myanmar, is doing, in terms of energy. From what I have seen, there are not any big steps taken yet to change the country as a whole into using renewable energy sources. I wish my country could see changes in the future like what is happening now in the United States.
"Loving, 50 Years Later"
The fact that people used to not be able to marry people of a different race besides their own makes me unbelievably sad. I can't even imagine the hardships of people of different races getting married even after the law banning interracial marriages was demolished. The article explained how couples dealt with judgement from family and friends, how they raised their children and the many other problems they faced.
I liked how the article told the stories of couples and their experiences instead of just a single person's viewpoint on the 50th anniversary of the law getting demolished. I also found it very interesting that the article included many different backgrounds and races.
I especially liked the story of Stephanie Noor and Shahjahan Noor. It described her meeting his family and how they were confused at first but eventually she grew on them. It also talks about how the couple are concerned about how they are going to raise their children.
I have a lot of sympathy for the problems interracial couples and their children face and hope that, even though things are better than they were in the 60s, they continue to get better.
The fact that people used to not be able to marry people of a different race besides their own makes me unbelievably sad. I can't even imagine the hardships of people of different races getting married even after the law banning interracial marriages was demolished. The article explained how couples dealt with judgement from family and friends, how they raised their children and the many other problems they faced.
I liked how the article told the stories of couples and their experiences instead of just a single person's viewpoint on the 50th anniversary of the law getting demolished. I also found it very interesting that the article included many different backgrounds and races.
I especially liked the story of Stephanie Noor and Shahjahan Noor. It described her meeting his family and how they were confused at first but eventually she grew on them. It also talks about how the couple are concerned about how they are going to raise their children.
I have a lot of sympathy for the problems interracial couples and their children face and hope that, even though things are better than they were in the 60s, they continue to get better.
“Judge Declares Mistrial In Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Case” By Graham Bowley
How can this trial be a mistrial? How can a man that has been accused many times for rape and sexual assault be not guilty? My reaction to this is a very confusing case because there is to sides to this problem. There is an insufficient amount of evidence for this case even if the prosecutors try their hardest to get him to be guilty. The only people that were there when the act happened were Bill Cosby and the victim. No one else was there to see what happened so there can be no witnesses, therefore not enough evidence to convict him of being guilty. It's upsetting if this act is true because the victim has to live with the fact that she was sexually assaulted for the rest of her life and Bill Cosby will be free, not having to worry about this case anymore. It’s sad that if the case is true because Bill Cosby will be free from all this pressure and not have to worry about a thing now that he is free. Bill Cosby shouldn’t be happy now that the case is over because if it was true then he should still be under pressure having to deal with the media. I feel that Bill Cosby should still be given some time of punishment for this act. This case can most of the time be true but it’s the evidence that comes into play. If there is not enough evidence to fight in the case, how are you going to get him to pay the price. In my opinion I believe the truth will come out sooner or later, bring peace to the case.
How can this trial be a mistrial? How can a man that has been accused many times for rape and sexual assault be not guilty? My reaction to this is a very confusing case because there is to sides to this problem. There is an insufficient amount of evidence for this case even if the prosecutors try their hardest to get him to be guilty. The only people that were there when the act happened were Bill Cosby and the victim. No one else was there to see what happened so there can be no witnesses, therefore not enough evidence to convict him of being guilty. It's upsetting if this act is true because the victim has to live with the fact that she was sexually assaulted for the rest of her life and Bill Cosby will be free, not having to worry about this case anymore. It’s sad that if the case is true because Bill Cosby will be free from all this pressure and not have to worry about a thing now that he is free. Bill Cosby shouldn’t be happy now that the case is over because if it was true then he should still be under pressure having to deal with the media. I feel that Bill Cosby should still be given some time of punishment for this act. This case can most of the time be true but it’s the evidence that comes into play. If there is not enough evidence to fight in the case, how are you going to get him to pay the price. In my opinion I believe the truth will come out sooner or later, bring peace to the case.
"Cavaliers Explode, Refusing to Go Quietly Against the Warriors" by Scott Cacciola
Reflecting back to the NBA finals, we all knew it. It couldn’t be that easy. The defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers and it’s 2 main powerhouse Kyrie Irving and Lebron James had survived getting swept from the 2017 NBA finals. There is a doubt in my mind and also my friends when we heard the Golden State Warriors had won Game 3. It would be nearly disrespectful and very embarrassing for the “King” Lebron James to get devoured by the Warriors. We all know that Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers wouldn’t go away as to simply getting swept. However, with the Warriors leading 3-1 in 2016 NBA finals and blowing the lead, it is very hard to say that the deja vu wouldn’t come again. Although many people claim the NBA to be very boring after the shocking news of Kevin Durant leaving the Oklahoma City Thunders to a already supercharged Warriors team, personally, I feel like the NBA finals would always be fun to watch especially with the Cavaliers facing the Warriors. Both team play with extreme talent and it is always a thrill to watch the two teams compete, especially for me and my friends watching them on the big screen. The NBA finals really connect me well with my friends our support for different teams brings us together when one comes out short, laughing it off and saying “watch out for next year” really is a experience all teenagers can feel, and it is truly a amazing moment.
Reflecting back to the NBA finals, we all knew it. It couldn’t be that easy. The defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers and it’s 2 main powerhouse Kyrie Irving and Lebron James had survived getting swept from the 2017 NBA finals. There is a doubt in my mind and also my friends when we heard the Golden State Warriors had won Game 3. It would be nearly disrespectful and very embarrassing for the “King” Lebron James to get devoured by the Warriors. We all know that Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers wouldn’t go away as to simply getting swept. However, with the Warriors leading 3-1 in 2016 NBA finals and blowing the lead, it is very hard to say that the deja vu wouldn’t come again. Although many people claim the NBA to be very boring after the shocking news of Kevin Durant leaving the Oklahoma City Thunders to a already supercharged Warriors team, personally, I feel like the NBA finals would always be fun to watch especially with the Cavaliers facing the Warriors. Both team play with extreme talent and it is always a thrill to watch the two teams compete, especially for me and my friends watching them on the big screen. The NBA finals really connect me well with my friends our support for different teams brings us together when one comes out short, laughing it off and saying “watch out for next year” really is a experience all teenagers can feel, and it is truly a amazing moment.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers" By Kathrine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
Conrad Roy III was a depressed, physically and emotionally abused eighteen-year-old, who felt he had nobody, but his girlfriend Michelle Carter. In July 2014, Conrad Roy decided to kill himself and was encouraged by his girlfriend.
The case presented does not seem as simple as it seems, which caught my attention. Roy wanted to kill himself before Carter pushed him to do it. He wanted to kill himself in October 2012 and in June 2014, but Carter had helped him stay alive and tried to get him professional help. Roy's desire to kill himself could have been instigated by years of emotional and physical abuse followed by his own depression. Roy thought that he was a "minuscule little particle on the face of this earth." Where is the trial needed for the people who had abused him and had also been a reason for his suicide?
Additionally, I hope that Carter is not incarcerated for 20 years because of what she did because she was unwell and was affected by the change in her medicine, but I still think that she should have to be charged with a certain punishment that is not as severe since she had pushed Roy to kill himself even after he was afraid and did not want to go through with it.
Conrad Roy III was a depressed, physically and emotionally abused eighteen-year-old, who felt he had nobody, but his girlfriend Michelle Carter. In July 2014, Conrad Roy decided to kill himself and was encouraged by his girlfriend.
The case presented does not seem as simple as it seems, which caught my attention. Roy wanted to kill himself before Carter pushed him to do it. He wanted to kill himself in October 2012 and in June 2014, but Carter had helped him stay alive and tried to get him professional help. Roy's desire to kill himself could have been instigated by years of emotional and physical abuse followed by his own depression. Roy thought that he was a "minuscule little particle on the face of this earth." Where is the trial needed for the people who had abused him and had also been a reason for his suicide?
Additionally, I hope that Carter is not incarcerated for 20 years because of what she did because she was unwell and was affected by the change in her medicine, but I still think that she should have to be charged with a certain punishment that is not as severe since she had pushed Roy to kill himself even after he was afraid and did not want to go through with it.
"In the waterlogged Netherlands, climate change is considered neither a hypothetical nor a drag on the economy. Instead, it’s an opportunity." By Michael Kimmelman
As I am someone who believes that climate change is very real, I am proud to see a country trying to develop creative ways to live with rising water levels. The Dutch are not just creating more dams and walls to stop the water, but are instead, finding ways to "live with the water." They have created public works that can be used as a way to collect the overflow of water when the sea rises, or simply as the public areas they are. I admire the creativity put into the different designs, and the dedication the Dutch have to keeping their citizens safe.
They prepare their citizens to live in a world with global warming and rising seas by teaching them how to swim, increasing public awareness, and incorporating a greener approach. Every child gets certified to swim by practicing fully clothed, as they would be in the event a flood occurred. They involve the public in their decisions by allowing them to be a part of testing the water gates that were built to protect them. The government is also making plans to create wind farms near the water as a cleaner source of energy.
With the Dutch doing a lot to try to make their home a safer place by "living with the water" instead of trying so hard to get rid of it, they are setting a positive example for other nations to follow.
As I am someone who believes that climate change is very real, I am proud to see a country trying to develop creative ways to live with rising water levels. The Dutch are not just creating more dams and walls to stop the water, but are instead, finding ways to "live with the water." They have created public works that can be used as a way to collect the overflow of water when the sea rises, or simply as the public areas they are. I admire the creativity put into the different designs, and the dedication the Dutch have to keeping their citizens safe.
They prepare their citizens to live in a world with global warming and rising seas by teaching them how to swim, increasing public awareness, and incorporating a greener approach. Every child gets certified to swim by practicing fully clothed, as they would be in the event a flood occurred. They involve the public in their decisions by allowing them to be a part of testing the water gates that were built to protect them. The government is also making plans to create wind farms near the water as a cleaner source of energy.
With the Dutch doing a lot to try to make their home a safer place by "living with the water" instead of trying so hard to get rid of it, they are setting a positive example for other nations to follow.
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"The Triumph of 'Wonder Woman'" by Frank Bruni
"Wonder Woman" may change the future of film. It broadened the spectrum and strength of a female lead in a big superhero movie. I was interested in this article because I recently saw "Wonder Woman" in theaters. Women Woman is portrayed as a strong and powerful person who has not experienced the 'real' world where men are dominant in society. She later discovers how corrupt the outside world is. Bruni talks about the gender gap that has been consistent throughout the history of the film industry. He discusses how there is a large difference between the male and female director and lead character ratio. Also, that many of the female directors don't receive the amount of credit men do or aren't given the jobs of directing big films. This article gives insight about the gender gap that Hollywood has perpetuated. This movie gives women a strong lead character in a superhero movie to look up to, which was not significiantly present in the American film industry before. What also increased popularity, I believe, is the recent events of the feminist movement and a woman leading the Democratic party. "Women Woman" is helping to even out the gender ratio gap that is present in the film industry. It shows how women can be just as powerful as men in superhero movies. It will be interesting to see if this becomes a trend in Hollywood and the gender ratio in movies becomes more reflective of the gender makeup of American society.
"Wonder Woman" may change the future of film. It broadened the spectrum and strength of a female lead in a big superhero movie. I was interested in this article because I recently saw "Wonder Woman" in theaters. Women Woman is portrayed as a strong and powerful person who has not experienced the 'real' world where men are dominant in society. She later discovers how corrupt the outside world is. Bruni talks about the gender gap that has been consistent throughout the history of the film industry. He discusses how there is a large difference between the male and female director and lead character ratio. Also, that many of the female directors don't receive the amount of credit men do or aren't given the jobs of directing big films. This article gives insight about the gender gap that Hollywood has perpetuated. This movie gives women a strong lead character in a superhero movie to look up to, which was not significiantly present in the American film industry before. What also increased popularity, I believe, is the recent events of the feminist movement and a woman leading the Democratic party. "Women Woman" is helping to even out the gender ratio gap that is present in the film industry. It shows how women can be just as powerful as men in superhero movies. It will be interesting to see if this becomes a trend in Hollywood and the gender ratio in movies becomes more reflective of the gender makeup of American society.
Facebook Will Use AI to Find Extremist Posts by Sheera Frenkel
As time passes it becomes increasingly evident that AI with play a monumental role in the near future. Recently in the news, Facebook has been receiving criticisms about questionable content from terrorist organizations being uploaded to the site. Facebook representatives responded that it will soon be utilizing artificial intelligence to remove inappropriate content.
In an article entitled Facebook Will Use Artificial Intelligence to Find Extremist posts, Sheera Frenkel discusses how Facebook is starting to use AI to moderate the platform in conjunction with humans to remove content that is clearly against Facebook’s terms of use. They additionally hope to expand it abilities over time to identify certain phrases, find accounts that associate with extremist pages, and find users that create fake accounts to view and spread this content.
The development of new AI fascinates me because I can see that these technologies are becoming much smarter and will take the place of humans where human labor is becoming less practical. For example, the moderation of huge social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube is incredibly impractical for human labor because of the rapid rate content is published online. There are much more uses for AI aside from this, and we can expect to see them soon in our homes, cars, and workplaces.
As time passes it becomes increasingly evident that AI with play a monumental role in the near future. Recently in the news, Facebook has been receiving criticisms about questionable content from terrorist organizations being uploaded to the site. Facebook representatives responded that it will soon be utilizing artificial intelligence to remove inappropriate content.
In an article entitled Facebook Will Use Artificial Intelligence to Find Extremist posts, Sheera Frenkel discusses how Facebook is starting to use AI to moderate the platform in conjunction with humans to remove content that is clearly against Facebook’s terms of use. They additionally hope to expand it abilities over time to identify certain phrases, find accounts that associate with extremist pages, and find users that create fake accounts to view and spread this content.
The development of new AI fascinates me because I can see that these technologies are becoming much smarter and will take the place of humans where human labor is becoming less practical. For example, the moderation of huge social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube is incredibly impractical for human labor because of the rapid rate content is published online. There are much more uses for AI aside from this, and we can expect to see them soon in our homes, cars, and workplaces.
"Preparing ‘Emerging Adults’ for College and Beyond" by Alina Tugend
This article was very applicable to me as I enter the stages of college applications, Internal assessments, Extended essay and soon beginning my life on my own. The tasks provided by the author in order to stretch ourselves made me think of one of my teachers who always tells us to 'fail early, fail often'. Living in a society where academic perfection is the norm, the greatest fear is failing. I find that amongst our strive for academic excellence, we forget that we must also grow as individuals. The simple tasks written about in this article seem tedious and uncomfortable, but we fail to realize how important they really are. Through the overwhelming stress that school puts us under, it is crucial that we push ourselves into uncomfortable situations so that when they happen organically, we are better prepared to face them. I believe that is what separates the 'book smart' from the 'street smart' people: the ability to face uncomfortable situation with poise because of your previous experience. The phrase "learn from your mistakes" is often overlooked but one that I take very seriously. If we fail early but learn something from it, we have hardly failed.
This article was very applicable to me as I enter the stages of college applications, Internal assessments, Extended essay and soon beginning my life on my own. The tasks provided by the author in order to stretch ourselves made me think of one of my teachers who always tells us to 'fail early, fail often'. Living in a society where academic perfection is the norm, the greatest fear is failing. I find that amongst our strive for academic excellence, we forget that we must also grow as individuals. The simple tasks written about in this article seem tedious and uncomfortable, but we fail to realize how important they really are. Through the overwhelming stress that school puts us under, it is crucial that we push ourselves into uncomfortable situations so that when they happen organically, we are better prepared to face them. I believe that is what separates the 'book smart' from the 'street smart' people: the ability to face uncomfortable situation with poise because of your previous experience. The phrase "learn from your mistakes" is often overlooked but one that I take very seriously. If we fail early but learn something from it, we have hardly failed.
"A Climb Out of Depression, Doubt, and Academic Failure" Alina Tugend
As a kid who grew up in a small town, I've felt the many pressures that come along with success. As an upcoming junior in high school, I'm constantly thinking about what classes I need to take to prepare myself for my career, how much time I need to spend looking at colleges, how to spend my time that will provide the most benefit (most of the time leaving my friends out of the plan), what I want to major in, and what classes I'll take during college. After reading about Varsha, who struggled with comparable academic pressures, I realized my thoughts will never escape me. Once I enter college I'll change my focus on my worries, but if I want to get into med school, I'll constantly be telling myself to work hard at my studies. Varsha told herself the same thing, and instead of it giving her motivation, it only drug her down. She became depressed and felt like there was no way out. Is this how my college experience will be? Will I constantly feel pressure that I will beat myself down to a point of no return?
After reading this article, I realized that there is more to life than just academics. Sure, a 4.0 gpa and college scholarships are important, but so are friends. I'll still always haunt myself with various pressures, but with less doubt. When I'm older, I'd rather tell my grandchildren that I went out and made memories with my friends and family rather than sitting and studying in my room for hours.
As a kid who grew up in a small town, I've felt the many pressures that come along with success. As an upcoming junior in high school, I'm constantly thinking about what classes I need to take to prepare myself for my career, how much time I need to spend looking at colleges, how to spend my time that will provide the most benefit (most of the time leaving my friends out of the plan), what I want to major in, and what classes I'll take during college. After reading about Varsha, who struggled with comparable academic pressures, I realized my thoughts will never escape me. Once I enter college I'll change my focus on my worries, but if I want to get into med school, I'll constantly be telling myself to work hard at my studies. Varsha told herself the same thing, and instead of it giving her motivation, it only drug her down. She became depressed and felt like there was no way out. Is this how my college experience will be? Will I constantly feel pressure that I will beat myself down to a point of no return?
After reading this article, I realized that there is more to life than just academics. Sure, a 4.0 gpa and college scholarships are important, but so are friends. I'll still always haunt myself with various pressures, but with less doubt. When I'm older, I'd rather tell my grandchildren that I went out and made memories with my friends and family rather than sitting and studying in my room for hours.
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"For Children With Autism, No More Being Hushed" By Kate Taylor
Around where I live, the students in the special education programs learn in an entirely separate environment from the rest of the school. They ride separate buses, go on separate trips, and sit in separate classrooms. Although this can be effective for some kids, many kids in the special ed program could benefit more from a different type of learning.
When I saw the title of this article, it immediately caught my eye. The ideas that the creators of the NEST program at this school have come up with are innovative and could create a whole new outlook on how autistic kids learn. I've seen kids become uncomfortable when a special needs student comes around them, but if we start out integrating them in normal classes, this could end almost entirely. A child having autism should not mean that they must be cast out of normal society and looked down on. The intermixing of these kids with regular classrooms at a young age lets them experience life like every other kid, and I hope that someday we can utilize this type of program all across the nation to create a more loving and helpful society.
Around where I live, the students in the special education programs learn in an entirely separate environment from the rest of the school. They ride separate buses, go on separate trips, and sit in separate classrooms. Although this can be effective for some kids, many kids in the special ed program could benefit more from a different type of learning.
When I saw the title of this article, it immediately caught my eye. The ideas that the creators of the NEST program at this school have come up with are innovative and could create a whole new outlook on how autistic kids learn. I've seen kids become uncomfortable when a special needs student comes around them, but if we start out integrating them in normal classes, this could end almost entirely. A child having autism should not mean that they must be cast out of normal society and looked down on. The intermixing of these kids with regular classrooms at a young age lets them experience life like every other kid, and I hope that someday we can utilize this type of program all across the nation to create a more loving and helpful society.
"Spotting Mysterious Twinkles on Earth From a Million Miles Away" by Nicholas St. Fleur (May 19th, 2017)
http://nyti.ms/2rr9gQg (link to article; shorter one)
I've always been so attracted to the outside universe beyond our familiarity with our home planet Earth, and being an avowed space exploration fan, I've learned so much from different planets, especially the new expansion of knowledge on Pluto and the Juno's mission to Jupiter.
But when I browsed the space articles and found out that something on our very home planet, Earth, has a mystery that has been unraveled for years, I found myself pulled close to home. Who knew that there's still so many things that has yet to be found on Earth? This was me even before starting to read this article. I found out that these mysterious twinkles were actually ice crystals that can be seen over from both land and water, which our telescopes are able to see from NASA's orbiting satellites. I give credit to Dr. Marshak, who helped to put the pieces of what seemed to be a cryptic puzzle. What was amazing about this whole puzzle is that because of this, NASA is now using this discovery to help investigate more detailed information about exoplanets.
This article really got me close to home and I am glad that we have found more information about our beautiful home planet, Earth, to unravel the many discoveries our universe still holds.
http://nyti.ms/2rr9gQg (link to article; shorter one)
I've always been so attracted to the outside universe beyond our familiarity with our home planet Earth, and being an avowed space exploration fan, I've learned so much from different planets, especially the new expansion of knowledge on Pluto and the Juno's mission to Jupiter.
But when I browsed the space articles and found out that something on our very home planet, Earth, has a mystery that has been unraveled for years, I found myself pulled close to home. Who knew that there's still so many things that has yet to be found on Earth? This was me even before starting to read this article. I found out that these mysterious twinkles were actually ice crystals that can be seen over from both land and water, which our telescopes are able to see from NASA's orbiting satellites. I give credit to Dr. Marshak, who helped to put the pieces of what seemed to be a cryptic puzzle. What was amazing about this whole puzzle is that because of this, NASA is now using this discovery to help investigate more detailed information about exoplanets.
This article really got me close to home and I am glad that we have found more information about our beautiful home planet, Earth, to unravel the many discoveries our universe still holds.
How Much Do You Know About Solving Global Warming?
TATIANA SCHLOSSBERG
How much do I know about solving global warming? I wondered, so I took the quiz. I had much confidence because I was a student officer at the council of UNDP that debated about climate control at this year Modeled United Nations that my school held. However, I got only one question of the eight correct.
I got the question that asked whether improving cook stoves or eating more plants reduce more emissions of greenhouse gases wrong. I chose cook stoves technology as many resolutions in the conference have addressed it. The answer was eating more plants because it stated that production of meat produces the same amount of greenhouse gases as the power plants do. I am not aware of the fact. From this, I feel the need that in planning and taking action in solving global warming, researching for the most efficient solutions are important.
Perhaps, contributing to slowing down the global warming is within our reach: the quiz also states that just changing light bulbs into LEDs will save 10 times more energy than changing the roofs into green, and that buying energy efficient cars would save more carbon dioxide.
This quiz reveals unexpected answers and easy ways that we can join in controlling climate. Let us know what we can do and do what we can.
TATIANA SCHLOSSBERG
How much do I know about solving global warming? I wondered, so I took the quiz. I had much confidence because I was a student officer at the council of UNDP that debated about climate control at this year Modeled United Nations that my school held. However, I got only one question of the eight correct.
I got the question that asked whether improving cook stoves or eating more plants reduce more emissions of greenhouse gases wrong. I chose cook stoves technology as many resolutions in the conference have addressed it. The answer was eating more plants because it stated that production of meat produces the same amount of greenhouse gases as the power plants do. I am not aware of the fact. From this, I feel the need that in planning and taking action in solving global warming, researching for the most efficient solutions are important.
Perhaps, contributing to slowing down the global warming is within our reach: the quiz also states that just changing light bulbs into LEDs will save 10 times more energy than changing the roofs into green, and that buying energy efficient cars would save more carbon dioxide.
This quiz reveals unexpected answers and easy ways that we can join in controlling climate. Let us know what we can do and do what we can.
"America Made Me a Feminist"
This article caught my attention because of two words in it America and Feminist. I agree and disagree with this opinion. I agree that where you live views on women are different. For example, if you compare U.S. with Israel. In Israel husbands have more rights than their wife's. But I don't think where you live will make you a feminist or not.
This article caught my attention because of two words in it America and Feminist. I agree and disagree with this opinion. I agree that where you live views on women are different. For example, if you compare U.S. with Israel. In Israel husbands have more rights than their wife's. But I don't think where you live will make you a feminist or not.
"Michelle Carter Didn’t Kill With a Text" By Robby Soave
As the world grows more and more technologically advanced, courts have to make decisions that have never been made before. Now, cases involving the effects of speech, and whether or not you can criminalize someone for what they say have happened before. But this case is interesting to me because it's so different. Michelle Carter has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Carter sent texts encouraging her boyfriend to kill himself, and he eventually did. The question here isn't about whether or not Carter did something awful. She clearly did. The question is whether or not the law and the constitution protect her speech, however malicious it may have been. I've always found this topic very interesting, as well as controversial. It's very evident that it's controversial; not every state has laws prohibiting the act of convincing someone to commit suicide. Personally, I think that the basic idea of the law is that you aren't allowed to do anything that causes harm to other people. Carter's texts clearly heavily influenced her boyfriend to kill himself. I found this article particularly interesting because Robby Soave sees this act as comparable to other juvenile crimes, such as sending sexual images and texts with consent, or threatening the President. There is a clear difference between these acts in my mind. Carter is the principle reason why a boy has died, whereas the other acts didn't harm anyone in any way.
As the world grows more and more technologically advanced, courts have to make decisions that have never been made before. Now, cases involving the effects of speech, and whether or not you can criminalize someone for what they say have happened before. But this case is interesting to me because it's so different. Michelle Carter has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Carter sent texts encouraging her boyfriend to kill himself, and he eventually did. The question here isn't about whether or not Carter did something awful. She clearly did. The question is whether or not the law and the constitution protect her speech, however malicious it may have been. I've always found this topic very interesting, as well as controversial. It's very evident that it's controversial; not every state has laws prohibiting the act of convincing someone to commit suicide. Personally, I think that the basic idea of the law is that you aren't allowed to do anything that causes harm to other people. Carter's texts clearly heavily influenced her boyfriend to kill himself. I found this article particularly interesting because Robby Soave sees this act as comparable to other juvenile crimes, such as sending sexual images and texts with consent, or threatening the President. There is a clear difference between these acts in my mind. Carter is the principle reason why a boy has died, whereas the other acts didn't harm anyone in any way.
"All the Ways Apple’s iOS 11 Will Change Your iPhone" By:Liam Stack
I really like most of the things IOS 11 will change, but security worries me most. The new update will open a bunch of new ways to exploit people through their phones. One easy example of this is through the new pay through text feature. This could make it easier for bullies to get money from people because it eliminates them having to get money in person. When some one gives someone gives someone else money in person it is more likely to arouse suspicion, but when someone does it over text it is much harder to find out about.
The second thing that IOS 11 brings that could be dangerous is the update with Siri. The update makes it so "Siri will learn so much from you that it will be able to anticipate your needs and make suggestions before you even ask for them." - ("All the Ways Apple’s iOS 11 Will Change Your iPhone",Liam Stack). This could lead to dangers with privacy or safety in a few ways. First off if someone hacked into your phone they could find out all this information. They could possibly use this information to exploit you or your family members. Not only is hacking an issue but also just seeing what Siri brings up for you could also be a problem. Say you are trying to get out of a situation that puts your life at risk, and the person who is putting you in that situation sees what Siri brings up for you, that most likley wont go well.
I really like most of the things IOS 11 will change, but security worries me most. The new update will open a bunch of new ways to exploit people through their phones. One easy example of this is through the new pay through text feature. This could make it easier for bullies to get money from people because it eliminates them having to get money in person. When some one gives someone gives someone else money in person it is more likely to arouse suspicion, but when someone does it over text it is much harder to find out about.
The second thing that IOS 11 brings that could be dangerous is the update with Siri. The update makes it so "Siri will learn so much from you that it will be able to anticipate your needs and make suggestions before you even ask for them." - ("All the Ways Apple’s iOS 11 Will Change Your iPhone",Liam Stack). This could lead to dangers with privacy or safety in a few ways. First off if someone hacked into your phone they could find out all this information. They could possibly use this information to exploit you or your family members. Not only is hacking an issue but also just seeing what Siri brings up for you could also be a problem. Say you are trying to get out of a situation that puts your life at risk, and the person who is putting you in that situation sees what Siri brings up for you, that most likley wont go well.
“The Upside Of Bad Genes”
In “The Upside Of Bad Genes” by Moises Manoff, the idea of editing dna to completely erase bad genes is discussed. In this article Manoff’s argument is against editing bad genes out of dna because of the fact that bad genes could be beneficial for some people. The authors purpose is to explain why exactly, despite common beliefs it would be an unfortunate thing for some people if bad genes were taken away. The article mainly focuses on what could possibly happen to people that benefit from having bad genes depending on what environment we optimize our genes for. The argument made in the article is weak in the beginning because of some of the techniques used The article, along with stating strong reasons why bad genes should not be edited out of dna, also states reasons why it should be. With the article also having reasons why the genes should be edited out of dna, it conflicts with the purpose of the article. This is a good technique to be used in opinionated articles, but was used too much. Another persuasive technique widely used in this article is rhetorical questions. The rhetorical questions used creates a strong base for the opinion that the article is geared towards. The article has a couple strong statistics that show just how much Bad genes being erased would effect other places. The beginning of this article lacks in persuasiveness, and is unclear, but by the end I was persuaded that erasing bad genes is not the way to go.
In “The Upside Of Bad Genes” by Moises Manoff, the idea of editing dna to completely erase bad genes is discussed. In this article Manoff’s argument is against editing bad genes out of dna because of the fact that bad genes could be beneficial for some people. The authors purpose is to explain why exactly, despite common beliefs it would be an unfortunate thing for some people if bad genes were taken away. The article mainly focuses on what could possibly happen to people that benefit from having bad genes depending on what environment we optimize our genes for. The argument made in the article is weak in the beginning because of some of the techniques used The article, along with stating strong reasons why bad genes should not be edited out of dna, also states reasons why it should be. With the article also having reasons why the genes should be edited out of dna, it conflicts with the purpose of the article. This is a good technique to be used in opinionated articles, but was used too much. Another persuasive technique widely used in this article is rhetorical questions. The rhetorical questions used creates a strong base for the opinion that the article is geared towards. The article has a couple strong statistics that show just how much Bad genes being erased would effect other places. The beginning of this article lacks in persuasiveness, and is unclear, but by the end I was persuaded that erasing bad genes is not the way to go.
"The Dutch Have Solutions to Rising Seas. The World Is Watching" By Michael Kimmelman
This article caught my interest because it voiced an outlook on climate change that I haven't heard before, and described the unique and smart way the Dutch are combating that controversial issue. The Dutch mindset on climate change is described by Michael Kimmelman in the article, "You may wish to pretend that rising seas are a hoax perpetrated by scientists and a gullible news media. Or you can build barriers galore. But in the end, neither will provide adequate defense, the Dutch say." I thought that ideology was interesting, and I liked it because it pushed past the controversy surrounding climate change, and found a common ground more important than what either side of the argument says, that evidence of rising water is apparent and flooding is not an if, it's a when, and that neither climate change skeptics nor intense measures to hold back water of unimaginable power are reliable ways of fighting the rising water that threatens the Dutch. I took interest in the Dutch methods of using parks, basketball courts, canals, fountains and lakes to be commune places that are nice to have around and play in, and also double as water-containers in case of flooding. I enjoyed reading this article and I admire the humbleness of the Dutch in their thoughts that humans can't control that vast amount of water that is rising and getting warmer, that they've decided to "learn to live with water."
This article caught my interest because it voiced an outlook on climate change that I haven't heard before, and described the unique and smart way the Dutch are combating that controversial issue. The Dutch mindset on climate change is described by Michael Kimmelman in the article, "You may wish to pretend that rising seas are a hoax perpetrated by scientists and a gullible news media. Or you can build barriers galore. But in the end, neither will provide adequate defense, the Dutch say." I thought that ideology was interesting, and I liked it because it pushed past the controversy surrounding climate change, and found a common ground more important than what either side of the argument says, that evidence of rising water is apparent and flooding is not an if, it's a when, and that neither climate change skeptics nor intense measures to hold back water of unimaginable power are reliable ways of fighting the rising water that threatens the Dutch. I took interest in the Dutch methods of using parks, basketball courts, canals, fountains and lakes to be commune places that are nice to have around and play in, and also double as water-containers in case of flooding. I enjoyed reading this article and I admire the humbleness of the Dutch in their thoughts that humans can't control that vast amount of water that is rising and getting warmer, that they've decided to "learn to live with water."
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"Loving, 50 Years Later"
Few days back, my mom had mentioned the 50th anniversary since the legalization of interracial couples getting married. With a proud smile on her face, she clung to my dad who just chuckled in response to her gleeful demeanor. The sight filled me with joy, but that joy was soon replaced with slight dread when visiting social media sites to see that almost no one was shedding light upon this accomplishment for interracial families. With that being said, coming across this work was very special to me.
First, I really liked the overall format of this opinion; the overall organization of stories coming from different personal experiences rather than an article written from a single perspective was enjoyable to read & enticed me to keep reading until the end. Of course, what attracted me most to this article were the stories & the people behind them. The couples that were featured were very diverse in ethnicity, gender, age, & experience.
Many of the couples had similar experiences to those that my mom has described that she & my dad had gone through. My parents had the struggle of being unaccepted by family members, losing friends, & overall not being understood by the people that surrounded them. Thinking of these obstacles that my parents along with many other interracial families had to face brings me sorrow. However, reading the strength of these couples & seeing my parents happy together makes me smile with how far love without barriers has come.
Few days back, my mom had mentioned the 50th anniversary since the legalization of interracial couples getting married. With a proud smile on her face, she clung to my dad who just chuckled in response to her gleeful demeanor. The sight filled me with joy, but that joy was soon replaced with slight dread when visiting social media sites to see that almost no one was shedding light upon this accomplishment for interracial families. With that being said, coming across this work was very special to me.
First, I really liked the overall format of this opinion; the overall organization of stories coming from different personal experiences rather than an article written from a single perspective was enjoyable to read & enticed me to keep reading until the end. Of course, what attracted me most to this article were the stories & the people behind them. The couples that were featured were very diverse in ethnicity, gender, age, & experience.
Many of the couples had similar experiences to those that my mom has described that she & my dad had gone through. My parents had the struggle of being unaccepted by family members, losing friends, & overall not being understood by the people that surrounded them. Thinking of these obstacles that my parents along with many other interracial families had to face brings me sorrow. However, reading the strength of these couples & seeing my parents happy together makes me smile with how far love without barriers has come.
"Flint Holds a Glittering Prom, Far From Flint"
So often we hear about the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, but we rarely get to hear about the positive things happening in Flint. In May, they held their senior prom at Detroit. They all boarded charter buses anxiously awaiting the 'glittering' prom waiting for them. The article follows different students who went and how they got ready for the large event. All of the students mentioned in the article chose bright and flashy dresses which were then shown off on the catwalk/fashion show that was held in the middle of their town. This article affected me because it helped me appreciate what I have. A lot of the stories mentioned involved struggle and situations that made them appreciate the opportunities that they received. One girl went to the prom with her girlfriend after overcoming judgement from her family and a few stints in juvenile detention. This article also made me realize how similar yet different it is in Flint. They all cared about what they were going to wear and how they looked, like my school, in the middle of their water crisis. In one of the stories, the authors talked about how a young man was getting ready but then mentioned that he was drinking bottled water (including brushing his teeth) through the whole day. This prom story has made the Flint teenagers more relatable and makes me sympathize more because of how much bottled water is their daily routine.
So often we hear about the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, but we rarely get to hear about the positive things happening in Flint. In May, they held their senior prom at Detroit. They all boarded charter buses anxiously awaiting the 'glittering' prom waiting for them. The article follows different students who went and how they got ready for the large event. All of the students mentioned in the article chose bright and flashy dresses which were then shown off on the catwalk/fashion show that was held in the middle of their town. This article affected me because it helped me appreciate what I have. A lot of the stories mentioned involved struggle and situations that made them appreciate the opportunities that they received. One girl went to the prom with her girlfriend after overcoming judgement from her family and a few stints in juvenile detention. This article also made me realize how similar yet different it is in Flint. They all cared about what they were going to wear and how they looked, like my school, in the middle of their water crisis. In one of the stories, the authors talked about how a young man was getting ready but then mentioned that he was drinking bottled water (including brushing his teeth) through the whole day. This prom story has made the Flint teenagers more relatable and makes me sympathize more because of how much bottled water is their daily routine.
"Shooting Brings Rare Comity to the Capital, but Will It Last?"
By: Matt Flegenheimer
One article in the New York Times that really intrigued me was "Shooting Brings Rare Comity to the Capital, but Will It Last?" by Matt Flegenheimer. I thought that this was very interesting because a tragic event causes two polarized groups of conflicting ideology to come together. One left winged radical was the cause of this. On June 14th, 2017, a radical by the name of James Hodgkinson was a Bernie supported, obviously suffering from a severe psychiatric disorder. On this day he went to a Republican GOP baseball practice with the intent of shooting and killing these Republicans. Four men were injured including Republican Senator of Louisiana, Steve Scalise. More carnage would have occurred if it was not for the fast action of Senator Scalise's body guards who were armed and shot the perpetrator. The result of this tragedy is the realization of both parties that civil discource must prevail. When we come to the point where people on either side resort to violence, everyone loses. This temporary comity is clear from the outside but the real question is if this unity will last?
By: Matt Flegenheimer
One article in the New York Times that really intrigued me was "Shooting Brings Rare Comity to the Capital, but Will It Last?" by Matt Flegenheimer. I thought that this was very interesting because a tragic event causes two polarized groups of conflicting ideology to come together. One left winged radical was the cause of this. On June 14th, 2017, a radical by the name of James Hodgkinson was a Bernie supported, obviously suffering from a severe psychiatric disorder. On this day he went to a Republican GOP baseball practice with the intent of shooting and killing these Republicans. Four men were injured including Republican Senator of Louisiana, Steve Scalise. More carnage would have occurred if it was not for the fast action of Senator Scalise's body guards who were armed and shot the perpetrator. The result of this tragedy is the realization of both parties that civil discource must prevail. When we come to the point where people on either side resort to violence, everyone loses. This temporary comity is clear from the outside but the real question is if this unity will last?
"Michelle Carter Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case"
I do not understand how one can have such a close relationship with someone and encourage death upon them. This women deserves everything she has coming to her in the future. She had no idea that what she had communicated to her boyfriend would cause her the trouble she is in now. It was easy and not thought out. I can only imagine the pain his family is going through. As much as I agree to her being guilty, I believe it's overkill for 20 years.
I do not understand how one can have such a close relationship with someone and encourage death upon them. This women deserves everything she has coming to her in the future. She had no idea that what she had communicated to her boyfriend would cause her the trouble she is in now. It was easy and not thought out. I can only imagine the pain his family is going through. As much as I agree to her being guilty, I believe it's overkill for 20 years.
Review: Clinging to ‘Articles of Faith’ After a Raging Fire
I am extremely happy that I found this article, it helped me understand how different people deal with traumatic situations. In the New York Times, this week I found this article interested me the most. With well written paragraphs and stunning theatrical brilliance, I just couldn't stop reading. As a person who has participated in theatre for several years I can completely relate to Cynthia In a theatrical sense. I love theatre and all of the different life experiences it creates. How Cynthia Hopkins handled her life changing experience, made me re-evaluate how I handle situations in my everyday life. Mrs. Hopkins demonstrated that not only can a tragedy be seen as a bad thing but as an opportunity. Elisabeth Vincentelli's portrayal of Cynthia’s apartment fire was amazingly detailed and helped me understand Cynthia’s emotions throughout her whole experience. Cynthia’s show “Articles of Faith” seems to not only be a way for her to cope with her situation but also a way for others to better understand their own lives. This article also presented the fact that this is not the first time Cynthia has used a theatrical piece to better understand her own life experiences.
I am extremely happy that I found this article, it helped me understand how different people deal with traumatic situations. In the New York Times, this week I found this article interested me the most. With well written paragraphs and stunning theatrical brilliance, I just couldn't stop reading. As a person who has participated in theatre for several years I can completely relate to Cynthia In a theatrical sense. I love theatre and all of the different life experiences it creates. How Cynthia Hopkins handled her life changing experience, made me re-evaluate how I handle situations in my everyday life. Mrs. Hopkins demonstrated that not only can a tragedy be seen as a bad thing but as an opportunity. Elisabeth Vincentelli's portrayal of Cynthia’s apartment fire was amazingly detailed and helped me understand Cynthia’s emotions throughout her whole experience. Cynthia’s show “Articles of Faith” seems to not only be a way for her to cope with her situation but also a way for others to better understand their own lives. This article also presented the fact that this is not the first time Cynthia has used a theatrical piece to better understand her own life experiences.
"Michelle Carter Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case" by Katherine K. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
When death strikes in a small town, everyone is left in shock and affected. I didn't start attending Old Rochester Regional High School until last year, but I've had family in the school system their whole lives and lived close by the school system. I still remember the night Roy died. My cousin and I had been on social media and we found out that he had tragically passed. I've been checking up on the horrific case every so often since that night in two thousand and fourteen and I'm relieved that justice has been served to the girl who tore apart a family and ultimately ended somebody's life.
In my opinion, the verdict was well deserved for Carter. Roy had admitted he was scared to die and had even gotten out of the truck. It was Carter's onslaught of text messages that caused him to go back in finish through. Not only did she encourage it, but Carter also informed nobody of the death that was occurring. She could have contacted the police, Roy's parents, or sisters. While he was the one who committed suicide, it was her encouragement and lack of help that lead to his preventable death. If she wasn't convicted, this could set the precedent that words and urging others to kill themselves have no consequences. Knowing that that others will hear of and, thus, learn from this mistake is a consolation.
When death strikes in a small town, everyone is left in shock and affected. I didn't start attending Old Rochester Regional High School until last year, but I've had family in the school system their whole lives and lived close by the school system. I still remember the night Roy died. My cousin and I had been on social media and we found out that he had tragically passed. I've been checking up on the horrific case every so often since that night in two thousand and fourteen and I'm relieved that justice has been served to the girl who tore apart a family and ultimately ended somebody's life.
In my opinion, the verdict was well deserved for Carter. Roy had admitted he was scared to die and had even gotten out of the truck. It was Carter's onslaught of text messages that caused him to go back in finish through. Not only did she encourage it, but Carter also informed nobody of the death that was occurring. She could have contacted the police, Roy's parents, or sisters. While he was the one who committed suicide, it was her encouragement and lack of help that lead to his preventable death. If she wasn't convicted, this could set the precedent that words and urging others to kill themselves have no consequences. Knowing that that others will hear of and, thus, learn from this mistake is a consolation.
"The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’" by Frank Bruni
When Wonder Woman hit theaters, I eagerly took my best friend to watch. Female bad-assery was what drove me to triumphantly place an "I'm with her" sign in my window last November (first time voter!) and to see Wonder Woman at the local theater on Friday night.
While Wonder Woman smashed box office records and highlighted the willingness of audiences to watch female leads, it reminded us that sexism isn't simple enough to be solved with a single female lead. Bruni notes that in his article as he presents the statistic, "women represented 9 percent of the directors of the 250 top-grossing movies domestically in 2015." Audiences obviously want to see strong female characters but to properly do so would be to require more female directors, producers, and writers.
Even the previews that came before the film cemented the notion that Hollywood still belongs to men, with nearly all of the movie previews featuring male lead characters.
Wonder Woman presents the easily digestible feminism we need right now. An attractive white female who can vanquish her enemies all while having perfect hair and being in a bustier. Kudos to Patty Jenkins for cracking the glass ceiling that still remains in Hollywood, but we need more than steps for better representation of women in films and TV shows, we need leaps and bounds.
When Wonder Woman hit theaters, I eagerly took my best friend to watch. Female bad-assery was what drove me to triumphantly place an "I'm with her" sign in my window last November (first time voter!) and to see Wonder Woman at the local theater on Friday night.
While Wonder Woman smashed box office records and highlighted the willingness of audiences to watch female leads, it reminded us that sexism isn't simple enough to be solved with a single female lead. Bruni notes that in his article as he presents the statistic, "women represented 9 percent of the directors of the 250 top-grossing movies domestically in 2015." Audiences obviously want to see strong female characters but to properly do so would be to require more female directors, producers, and writers.
Even the previews that came before the film cemented the notion that Hollywood still belongs to men, with nearly all of the movie previews featuring male lead characters.
Wonder Woman presents the easily digestible feminism we need right now. An attractive white female who can vanquish her enemies all while having perfect hair and being in a bustier. Kudos to Patty Jenkins for cracking the glass ceiling that still remains in Hollywood, but we need more than steps for better representation of women in films and TV shows, we need leaps and bounds.
You were speeding. You got a ticket. You had to pay a fine. It’s the law. Yet people seems to hate the idea of speed cameras being installed to reduce the amount of times this happens.
Every weekday when hundreds of children cross the road to get to school, there is the potential for them to be injured, even killed, by a speeding driver. As the article states, speed safety cameras are being installed to reduce, and hopefully clear altogether, accidents caused by speeding drivers. Advocates of this are saying that by installing these cameras people will be more aware of their surroundings, thus making them more aware of the children that are present. Opponents of the cameras are saying that the cameras are there merely to bring in revenue, but I don’t see it like that.
You’re late for work. You quickly change clothes, grab a bite to eat, and nab the rest of your belongings. As you drive to work you go just a tad over the speed limit because, well, you're late. You get a text message and quickly look down to read it — but not quick enough. All of a sudden you realize that it doesn’t matter that you're late for work. What matters is what just happened because of your actions.
Situations just like, or similar to this, happen every day. The author of this article, Hope Reeves, has made it apparent that having speed cameras in place isn’t for the purpose of the government watching you or to give you superfluous tickets, it’s for the safety of you and everyone else.
Every weekday when hundreds of children cross the road to get to school, there is the potential for them to be injured, even killed, by a speeding driver. As the article states, speed safety cameras are being installed to reduce, and hopefully clear altogether, accidents caused by speeding drivers. Advocates of this are saying that by installing these cameras people will be more aware of their surroundings, thus making them more aware of the children that are present. Opponents of the cameras are saying that the cameras are there merely to bring in revenue, but I don’t see it like that.
You’re late for work. You quickly change clothes, grab a bite to eat, and nab the rest of your belongings. As you drive to work you go just a tad over the speed limit because, well, you're late. You get a text message and quickly look down to read it — but not quick enough. All of a sudden you realize that it doesn’t matter that you're late for work. What matters is what just happened because of your actions.
Situations just like, or similar to this, happen every day. The author of this article, Hope Reeves, has made it apparent that having speed cameras in place isn’t for the purpose of the government watching you or to give you superfluous tickets, it’s for the safety of you and everyone else.
Mayweather vs. McGregor 2 fighters Millions of dollars.
I have always been a fan of the sport of boxing.The bright lights and the aura of competition radiating from just being in the presence of the boxing ring. But the variety of fighters will always be my favorite aspect of the sport. From the slippery and technical outside fighters to the powerful and aggressive inside fighters. Nobody embodies those qualitys like the greats do. Marvelous Marvin Haglar a strong infighter who fought in a south-paw stance. He had uppercuts and hooks that could leave an elephant down for the ten count. And you can't forget Iron Mike Tyson. Regarded as one of the greatest of all time he absolutely dominated the ring with a stare that could send a chill even down a sharks spine. I bring up the greats when talking about McGregor Vs. Mayweather due to the fact that Muhhamud Ali, Mike Tyson, and Marvin Haglar have never made anything near the amount that Mayweather and Mcgregor are projected to make. And personally I think that's a travesty. Two men who both cannot compare to any of the greats are somehow making much more than any of the greatest boxers in the 80's 90's or even the 70's. It just is so different then what I expected boxing to be.
Everything changes eventually though.
I have always been a fan of the sport of boxing.The bright lights and the aura of competition radiating from just being in the presence of the boxing ring. But the variety of fighters will always be my favorite aspect of the sport. From the slippery and technical outside fighters to the powerful and aggressive inside fighters. Nobody embodies those qualitys like the greats do. Marvelous Marvin Haglar a strong infighter who fought in a south-paw stance. He had uppercuts and hooks that could leave an elephant down for the ten count. And you can't forget Iron Mike Tyson. Regarded as one of the greatest of all time he absolutely dominated the ring with a stare that could send a chill even down a sharks spine. I bring up the greats when talking about McGregor Vs. Mayweather due to the fact that Muhhamud Ali, Mike Tyson, and Marvin Haglar have never made anything near the amount that Mayweather and Mcgregor are projected to make. And personally I think that's a travesty. Two men who both cannot compare to any of the greats are somehow making much more than any of the greatest boxers in the 80's 90's or even the 70's. It just is so different then what I expected boxing to be.
Everything changes eventually though.
"Trial Over Suicide And Texting Lays Bare Pain Of 2 Teenagers" Katherine Q. Seelye
This is a very serious matter due to the fact that Michelle carter is being charged with man slaughter after being accused of the suicide of Conrad Roy III, whom she called her boyfriend. My reaction to this problem is why would someone that supposedly loved you push you to take your own life. Its very upsetting for someone to have to go through this pain after knowing that your loved one wants you to take your own life. It is bad enough knowing that Conrad Roy III had gone through problems at home with his own family, then have to go through more pressure when his loved one pressured him to take his own life. Michelle Carter needs to seek some physicological help to help her clear her mind off all the bad thoughts that might of lead her to commit this act. This trial is very heartbreaking knowing that both families will have to go through suffering for the grief that both the teenagers started. If this trial is true, the Carter family will have to deal with not seeing their loved one Michelle for 20 years. If she is found not guilty, the Roy family will have to deal with the fact that the woman who supposedly loved their son is free. This is a very sad trial for both families to experience. I believe that this trial must be brought to justice with the right choice that is going to bring the truth of what really happened. Justice must be brought to Conrad Roy III due to this upsetting event.
This is a very serious matter due to the fact that Michelle carter is being charged with man slaughter after being accused of the suicide of Conrad Roy III, whom she called her boyfriend. My reaction to this problem is why would someone that supposedly loved you push you to take your own life. Its very upsetting for someone to have to go through this pain after knowing that your loved one wants you to take your own life. It is bad enough knowing that Conrad Roy III had gone through problems at home with his own family, then have to go through more pressure when his loved one pressured him to take his own life. Michelle Carter needs to seek some physicological help to help her clear her mind off all the bad thoughts that might of lead her to commit this act. This trial is very heartbreaking knowing that both families will have to go through suffering for the grief that both the teenagers started. If this trial is true, the Carter family will have to deal with not seeing their loved one Michelle for 20 years. If she is found not guilty, the Roy family will have to deal with the fact that the woman who supposedly loved their son is free. This is a very sad trial for both families to experience. I believe that this trial must be brought to justice with the right choice that is going to bring the truth of what really happened. Justice must be brought to Conrad Roy III due to this upsetting event.
"Be Nice- You Won't Finish Last"
Being a kid is hard. There, I said it. Let me tell you that being a kid, especially a teenager, is stressful. The most stressful thing in any teenager’s life, I can confidently say, is school. Between juggling sports, grades and maintaining our life outside of school, it’s no easy feat. One of the most important aspects of a teenager’s life is their social life. Building friendships are one of our top priorities. In school, having a lot of friends and being well-liked is crucial to our happiness. Everyone strives to be part of the “popular” group. Popular is a word that every teenager knows and learned very early on in their childhood. But what is the definition of popular? The answer to that question is different for every individual. People strive for different goals and the idea of “popularity” varies depending on what that individual wants to achieve. Popularity is something that is usually looked at as being a good thing. But now, studies show that with popularity, come dangerous scenarios and consequences as well. Whenever kids are in a popular crowd, it has been found that they are more likely to become peer-pressured into doing illegal activities, like drugs and alcohol. Studies also show that being cool changes your behavior. Well-liked kids are more likely to have rude and violent attitudes. So the next time you find yourself changing to “fit in” or to join the “popular crowd,” take a step back and think, “Is it really worth it?”
Being a kid is hard. There, I said it. Let me tell you that being a kid, especially a teenager, is stressful. The most stressful thing in any teenager’s life, I can confidently say, is school. Between juggling sports, grades and maintaining our life outside of school, it’s no easy feat. One of the most important aspects of a teenager’s life is their social life. Building friendships are one of our top priorities. In school, having a lot of friends and being well-liked is crucial to our happiness. Everyone strives to be part of the “popular” group. Popular is a word that every teenager knows and learned very early on in their childhood. But what is the definition of popular? The answer to that question is different for every individual. People strive for different goals and the idea of “popularity” varies depending on what that individual wants to achieve. Popularity is something that is usually looked at as being a good thing. But now, studies show that with popularity, come dangerous scenarios and consequences as well. Whenever kids are in a popular crowd, it has been found that they are more likely to become peer-pressured into doing illegal activities, like drugs and alcohol. Studies also show that being cool changes your behavior. Well-liked kids are more likely to have rude and violent attitudes. So the next time you find yourself changing to “fit in” or to join the “popular crowd,” take a step back and think, “Is it really worth it?”
The Triumph of "Wonder Woman" by Frank Bruni
Everybody knows that most movies from DC so far haven't been so successful, from the movie "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" that flopped tremendously in the box office to "Suicide Squad", one of the worst movies to be made. As a result, Warner Bros. decides to make a movie about a female superhero in order to save their DC comic universe from failure. To everyone's surprise, "Wonder Woman" has gained a revenue of $85 million in the first week and beaten "Mummy" across the board in the following week. Consequently, "Wonder Woman" has become the most successful superhero movie with a female lead, and a question has been posed: what are the factors that contribute to the success of the movie? The article written by Frank Bruni has some of the most interesting answers to the question.
I find myself attached to one of the points of the article, that the movie explores the role of a female superhero that other movies before it couldn't. Specifically, there are many movies with a strong female protagonists such as the "Hunger Game" or "The Tomb Raider", but both movies mentioned lag far behind in the realm of superheroes. A strong female lead is an important factor in today's cinematic world because feminism has been supported more than ever and a strong female represents the image of an independent woman in the 21st century. I hope that the movie will thrive in the box office so we can have another good Wonder Woman film.
Everybody knows that most movies from DC so far haven't been so successful, from the movie "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" that flopped tremendously in the box office to "Suicide Squad", one of the worst movies to be made. As a result, Warner Bros. decides to make a movie about a female superhero in order to save their DC comic universe from failure. To everyone's surprise, "Wonder Woman" has gained a revenue of $85 million in the first week and beaten "Mummy" across the board in the following week. Consequently, "Wonder Woman" has become the most successful superhero movie with a female lead, and a question has been posed: what are the factors that contribute to the success of the movie? The article written by Frank Bruni has some of the most interesting answers to the question.
I find myself attached to one of the points of the article, that the movie explores the role of a female superhero that other movies before it couldn't. Specifically, there are many movies with a strong female protagonists such as the "Hunger Game" or "The Tomb Raider", but both movies mentioned lag far behind in the realm of superheroes. A strong female lead is an important factor in today's cinematic world because feminism has been supported more than ever and a strong female represents the image of an independent woman in the 21st century. I hope that the movie will thrive in the box office so we can have another good Wonder Woman film.
As many people know, we all make mistakes since it is in our human nature. But it is common sense to be careful about what we say to others, and consider how they will interpret it. I also understand that she was being reckless, since she is young and not mature. However, she should have known what she say can actually cause a serious problem.
"Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It." By Caryn Ganz
I myself have been a fan of Katy Perry's music since I was 8. I had all her albums on my Ipod, such as E.T, T.G.I.F, California girls etc, all her greatest hits. Therefore, when I heard about Mrs. Perry's new and drastic change in style and also in looks, it caught my attention. Her appearance isn't what shocks me, more or less, but her sudden switch in her music style. It is no longer the pop almost alternative but now it's the more of the electropop type with the side of rap. Far more different than the Katy Perry I grew up listening too. But her recent hit debut "Bon Appetit" has a catching beat and rhythm, but when Migo's enters the song with his heavy rap, the song becomes less appealing to listen and watch as well. I truly hope Katy ditches the rap and sticks with what she is already doing.
I myself have been a fan of Katy Perry's music since I was 8. I had all her albums on my Ipod, such as E.T, T.G.I.F, California girls etc, all her greatest hits. Therefore, when I heard about Mrs. Perry's new and drastic change in style and also in looks, it caught my attention. Her appearance isn't what shocks me, more or less, but her sudden switch in her music style. It is no longer the pop almost alternative but now it's the more of the electropop type with the side of rap. Far more different than the Katy Perry I grew up listening too. But her recent hit debut "Bon Appetit" has a catching beat and rhythm, but when Migo's enters the song with his heavy rap, the song becomes less appealing to listen and watch as well. I truly hope Katy ditches the rap and sticks with what she is already doing.
"Loving, 50 Years Later"
Many couples all over the United States have been celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the law against interracial marriage being demolished. As I read these inspiring articles written by everyday people who read this newspaper, I felt not only so elated for these people, but I became more aware of how privileged we are in our society to not have to worry about who we can and can't marry anymore. I sympathize for all who were in love but were unable to marry and announce their love to the world. I also commend these men and women because even though it's legal there are still stereotypes and struggles these people have to live with. Being as young as I am has made me open to all the new changes in legalizing gay marriage, however, it still baffles me how poorly we have treated each other for so long with so many hurtful, superfluous laws. I am so glad to be born in the times that I am in, but I wonder in ten, fifteen, maybe even twenty years what will be considered taboo and unethical? I enjoyed how the diversity of the stories with significant others from different countries were able to bring all of their families together for their wedding or even, sadly, a funeral. Overall, the successes of their love and how it has changed them is really the best part and is the reason I have hope for the future.
Many couples all over the United States have been celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the law against interracial marriage being demolished. As I read these inspiring articles written by everyday people who read this newspaper, I felt not only so elated for these people, but I became more aware of how privileged we are in our society to not have to worry about who we can and can't marry anymore. I sympathize for all who were in love but were unable to marry and announce their love to the world. I also commend these men and women because even though it's legal there are still stereotypes and struggles these people have to live with. Being as young as I am has made me open to all the new changes in legalizing gay marriage, however, it still baffles me how poorly we have treated each other for so long with so many hurtful, superfluous laws. I am so glad to be born in the times that I am in, but I wonder in ten, fifteen, maybe even twenty years what will be considered taboo and unethical? I enjoyed how the diversity of the stories with significant others from different countries were able to bring all of their families together for their wedding or even, sadly, a funeral. Overall, the successes of their love and how it has changed them is really the best part and is the reason I have hope for the future.
"Warriors Win N.B.A. Title, Avenging Themselves Against the Cavaliers" By Scott Cacciola
Being a fan of the Golden State Warriors, I couldn't help shouting out loud in joy when my favorite team won the championship for the second time in three years. It was an amazing series, as it has always been for the last N.B.A. Finals, and both teams fought hard. However, the Cavaliers came up short because they relied too much on James and Irving while the Warriors brought out the best in each player, whether he's new or not. The whole season was successful for them, and Kevin Durant made it more wonderful for them all. People trash-talked when he moved to Oakland, and he proved himself by giving his best on the court every game, capping his season with the Finals MVP award. However, Durant was not the only player who performed well in the Playoffs, especially the Finals. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson – the Splash Brothers – added about one-third of the total points, while Draymond Green and Iguodala were defensive beasts. Javale McGee also exploded for dunks and blocks despite being Shaqtin' A Fool MVP. Most important of all, the whole team has made the "blowing a 3-1 lead" joke old by claiming the N.B.A. Championship, and anyone can see that they deserve it no matter what people say. The Warriors fought well and hard for the whole season, and it's only fitting that they close out their year with a trophy and a ring.
Being a fan of the Golden State Warriors, I couldn't help shouting out loud in joy when my favorite team won the championship for the second time in three years. It was an amazing series, as it has always been for the last N.B.A. Finals, and both teams fought hard. However, the Cavaliers came up short because they relied too much on James and Irving while the Warriors brought out the best in each player, whether he's new or not. The whole season was successful for them, and Kevin Durant made it more wonderful for them all. People trash-talked when he moved to Oakland, and he proved himself by giving his best on the court every game, capping his season with the Finals MVP award. However, Durant was not the only player who performed well in the Playoffs, especially the Finals. Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson – the Splash Brothers – added about one-third of the total points, while Draymond Green and Iguodala were defensive beasts. Javale McGee also exploded for dunks and blocks despite being Shaqtin' A Fool MVP. Most important of all, the whole team has made the "blowing a 3-1 lead" joke old by claiming the N.B.A. Championship, and anyone can see that they deserve it no matter what people say. The Warriors fought well and hard for the whole season, and it's only fitting that they close out their year with a trophy and a ring.
“How We Became Bitter Political Enemies”
Somehow, in our upside-down world, politics worms its way into every possible situation. Emily Badger and Niraj Chokshi's article shines a light on the hate between our bitterly divided political groups. Politics buries itself into our personal opinions; we let it dictate our beliefs about others’ morality and respectability. But, why?
After reading the article, I asked “why.” I talked with my parents about abortion and the death penalty. Well, it was more of an interview. I asked questions and my mother fired back with an analytical response. My father gave a very scientific answer. But this is normal in my household; my mother is a lawyer and my father a doctor and they can talk forever about disputed issues. After, I understood better why we are such a divided nation.
We all have a picture, an idea of what a perfect America looks like and what we need to do to get there. But our motivations are different - whether based on religion, background, education, or upbringing.
I am unsure if we ever will be united; everyone prioritizes their beliefs differently and everyone's ideal picture of America is unique. Although “How We Became Bitter Political Enemies” makes me less hopeful for a truly united America, nothing is impossible. We all must try much harder to understand opposing groups’ positions and not discard friendships with supporters of challenging views. Everyone should be treated fairly, even if they hold different beliefs.
Somehow, in our upside-down world, politics worms its way into every possible situation. Emily Badger and Niraj Chokshi's article shines a light on the hate between our bitterly divided political groups. Politics buries itself into our personal opinions; we let it dictate our beliefs about others’ morality and respectability. But, why?
After reading the article, I asked “why.” I talked with my parents about abortion and the death penalty. Well, it was more of an interview. I asked questions and my mother fired back with an analytical response. My father gave a very scientific answer. But this is normal in my household; my mother is a lawyer and my father a doctor and they can talk forever about disputed issues. After, I understood better why we are such a divided nation.
We all have a picture, an idea of what a perfect America looks like and what we need to do to get there. But our motivations are different - whether based on religion, background, education, or upbringing.
I am unsure if we ever will be united; everyone prioritizes their beliefs differently and everyone's ideal picture of America is unique. Although “How We Became Bitter Political Enemies” makes me less hopeful for a truly united America, nothing is impossible. We all must try much harder to understand opposing groups’ positions and not discard friendships with supporters of challenging views. Everyone should be treated fairly, even if they hold different beliefs.
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I have known what industry I plan to enter for as long as I can remember. I'm a musician; it runs in the family. Now while I have no intentions of becoming the next pop princess, I know that pop culture can say a lot about a musician's potential success, so I pay attention to it.
I heard a lot of hype leading to up to Katy Perry's most recent album release, but I heard even more criticism. When I saw the link to "Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It." by Caryn Ganz, I clicked on it without hesitation. I wanted to read about Katy's songwriting and recording processes. Instead, I was greeted by President Trumps's name in the first sentence, followed by the details of Miss Perry's heartbreak following his election. Immediately, I was turned off.
Then, I learned that Katy Perry is claiming to be reinvented and entirely different. She abandoned her surefire path to success to make a statement. It was courageous, but the risk has not led to reward. Listeners are now more critical than ever of her work.
I tried it out for myself, and I watched the video of her SNL performance. Then it became clear. Her new self was neither more mature nor more elegant. She is definitely different though. She traded her whipped cream bra for a stage full of drag queens. It made a statement, but for someone who is genuinely just interested in the quality of the music, I could not have been more disappointed. She has fans because of her music, and she needs to remember that.
I heard a lot of hype leading to up to Katy Perry's most recent album release, but I heard even more criticism. When I saw the link to "Katy Perry Woke Up. She Wants to Tell You All About It." by Caryn Ganz, I clicked on it without hesitation. I wanted to read about Katy's songwriting and recording processes. Instead, I was greeted by President Trumps's name in the first sentence, followed by the details of Miss Perry's heartbreak following his election. Immediately, I was turned off.
Then, I learned that Katy Perry is claiming to be reinvented and entirely different. She abandoned her surefire path to success to make a statement. It was courageous, but the risk has not led to reward. Listeners are now more critical than ever of her work.
I tried it out for myself, and I watched the video of her SNL performance. Then it became clear. Her new self was neither more mature nor more elegant. She is definitely different though. She traded her whipped cream bra for a stage full of drag queens. It made a statement, but for someone who is genuinely just interested in the quality of the music, I could not have been more disappointed. She has fans because of her music, and she needs to remember that.
“The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’ by Frank Bruni
Wonder woman hit box offices this weekend and already has $90, million-$105 million in dollars domestically. wonder woman is a big step towards women alike. This movie shows that not only do you not need a man to save you, it shows that we are all powerful in our own ways. There are lots of movies out there such as Disney princess movies that show the only way you will get “rescued” is by a man, not only does Wonder Woman show that you can be our own hero it shows little girls around the world that we can fight our own battles and win. Not only does “Wonder Woman have a positive output, it was directed by a woman. Only nine percent of directors in the top-grossing movies in 2015 and only seven percent this year. We can't count on one movie to change this, but we can count on it changing the minds of many young woman in today's world.
Wonder woman hit box offices this weekend and already has $90, million-$105 million in dollars domestically. wonder woman is a big step towards women alike. This movie shows that not only do you not need a man to save you, it shows that we are all powerful in our own ways. There are lots of movies out there such as Disney princess movies that show the only way you will get “rescued” is by a man, not only does Wonder Woman show that you can be our own hero it shows little girls around the world that we can fight our own battles and win. Not only does “Wonder Woman have a positive output, it was directed by a woman. Only nine percent of directors in the top-grossing movies in 2015 and only seven percent this year. We can't count on one movie to change this, but we can count on it changing the minds of many young woman in today's world.
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"Camaraderie in the U.S. Navy: Photos From World War II"
This was the second post I had looked at on the times. And thing I loved about this was that it was photos. Old photos people post and share to the world are great, they are my favorite. My favorite photo from this collection was a photo of a man with a kid in his arms, more or less, and he was smiling. Photos like that that can be taken during a war or even after bad things like that are what counts in this world of hatred. It's photos, happy photos, are what people look at and think back to what was happening and it could instantly turn them into a joyous house wife hopping along in the kitchen. Photos catch my eye more then articles because there is more to them then words and a title. In a photo there is infinite stories but in an article there isn't.
This was the second post I had looked at on the times. And thing I loved about this was that it was photos. Old photos people post and share to the world are great, they are my favorite. My favorite photo from this collection was a photo of a man with a kid in his arms, more or less, and he was smiling. Photos like that that can be taken during a war or even after bad things like that are what counts in this world of hatred. It's photos, happy photos, are what people look at and think back to what was happening and it could instantly turn them into a joyous house wife hopping along in the kitchen. Photos catch my eye more then articles because there is more to them then words and a title. In a photo there is infinite stories but in an article there isn't.
"Michelle Cater Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case" by Kathrine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
This article caught my eye because suicide is usually a personal task that's you don't exploit to everyone around you, but I this case Mr. Roy was talking to his so called girl friend Ms. Cater and had previously went this family for help but never got the proper help need. Reading this article, I wasn't sure who to side with because Ms. Cater claims she was only trying to help her boyfriend because she saw the pain and suffering he was in and that the help he getting was in fact not helping at all and therefore didn't want him to go through that anymore so she helped him kill himself so that he could finally rest in peace. The prosecutors see the side where she was encouraging it and when he would second guess himself she would talk Mr. Roy right back into the slump he was in and when he went through with his plan, which was death by carbon monoxide poisoning, he started to feel sick and stepped out of his car but she forced him to get back in and go through with his suicide therefore she was sentenced to 20 years in prison for involuntary manslaughter.
This article caught my eye because suicide is usually a personal task that's you don't exploit to everyone around you, but I this case Mr. Roy was talking to his so called girl friend Ms. Cater and had previously went this family for help but never got the proper help need. Reading this article, I wasn't sure who to side with because Ms. Cater claims she was only trying to help her boyfriend because she saw the pain and suffering he was in and that the help he getting was in fact not helping at all and therefore didn't want him to go through that anymore so she helped him kill himself so that he could finally rest in peace. The prosecutors see the side where she was encouraging it and when he would second guess himself she would talk Mr. Roy right back into the slump he was in and when he went through with his plan, which was death by carbon monoxide poisoning, he started to feel sick and stepped out of his car but she forced him to get back in and go through with his suicide therefore she was sentenced to 20 years in prison for involuntary manslaughter.
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"Michelle Carter is guilty of manslaughterin texting suicide case" by Katherine Q Seelye and Jess Bidgood
What had interested me the most in this seals Nee York Times was an article about two teenager kids 18 and 17 . The 18 year old, Mr.Roy, had attempted to kill himself and sadly did by the force of his girlfriend . Mr. Roy had been depressed for quite some time but what had confirmed him to do suicide is his 17 year old girlfriend, Michelle Carter had encouraged him to commit suicide, and so he did when his girlfriend forced him to stay with his plan and go forward with wis suicide plan. Because of her encoragement the case was then classified as a crime. They had found Michelle guilty and she is now sentenced for 20 years. I had picked this article because if Charles had used the proper help and surrounded himself with the right people he could be living a happy healthy life. I had also put in thought about cyber bullying and how those who taunt others or make it harder make a huge negative impact on others. I had also been drawn to this article because I new how it was unlike other suicide cases where they notify there peers of what they are going through and most who do the write thing as in saying what there going through there peers will bring positivity into there life helping keep going on track.
"Michelle Carter is guilty of manslaughterin texting suicide case" by Katherine Q Seelye and Jess Bidgood
What had interested me the most in this seals Nee York Times was an article about two teenager kids 18 and 17 . The 18 year old, Mr.Roy, had attempted to kill himself and sadly did by the force of his girlfriend . Mr. Roy had been depressed for quite some time but what had confirmed him to do suicide is his 17 year old girlfriend, Michelle Carter had encouraged him to commit suicide, and so he did when his girlfriend forced him to stay with his plan and go forward with wis suicide plan. Because of her encoragement the case was then classified as a crime. They had found Michelle guilty and she is now sentenced for 20 years. I had picked this article because if Charles had used the proper help and surrounded himself with the right people he could be living a happy healthy life. I had also put in thought about cyber bullying and how those who taunt others or make it harder make a huge negative impact on others. I had also been drawn to this article because I new how it was unlike other suicide cases where they notify there peers of what they are going through and most who do the write thing as in saying what there going through there peers will bring positivity into there life helping keep going on track.
"An Online Retailer Walked Into a Salad Bar"
By Erin McCann
The reason I chose to look at this article was to see what an online retailer could possibly be doing at a salad bar, and why that would be worthy of a news article. I was surprised when I read that Amazon had purchased Whole Foods, both of which are companies that my family buys many products from. As Amazon expands, I wonder if it will cause a significant loss of jobs and/or the destruction of any other companies, possibly entire industries. Competitors of Amazon are quickly defeated, and it seems like Amazon has no limits to its success. It is incredible that one company can so easily dominate so many fields, but will they be able to keep Whole Foods' standards at where they are now? I cannot imagine the intelligence and how business-savvy one must be in order to have a high position at Amazon. Personally, I can only picture Amazon expanding its power, and not decreasing anytime soon. At this point, Amazon seems as if its heading towards a major empire, and at one point could take over almost all of its competitors. As we head towards the future, I think it is important to consider the fact that one large company could possible outcompete countless smaller or less significant businesses, which could be extremely harmful towards many individuals.
By Erin McCann
The reason I chose to look at this article was to see what an online retailer could possibly be doing at a salad bar, and why that would be worthy of a news article. I was surprised when I read that Amazon had purchased Whole Foods, both of which are companies that my family buys many products from. As Amazon expands, I wonder if it will cause a significant loss of jobs and/or the destruction of any other companies, possibly entire industries. Competitors of Amazon are quickly defeated, and it seems like Amazon has no limits to its success. It is incredible that one company can so easily dominate so many fields, but will they be able to keep Whole Foods' standards at where they are now? I cannot imagine the intelligence and how business-savvy one must be in order to have a high position at Amazon. Personally, I can only picture Amazon expanding its power, and not decreasing anytime soon. At this point, Amazon seems as if its heading towards a major empire, and at one point could take over almost all of its competitors. As we head towards the future, I think it is important to consider the fact that one large company could possible outcompete countless smaller or less significant businesses, which could be extremely harmful towards many individuals.
"Shooting is Latest Eruption in a Grim Ritual of Rage and Blame" by Alexander Burns
I had been thinking about violence because of political views long before this event or the article. It only got me inspired to write.
For one person’s anger to explode in the form of a shooting is something we should have seen coming.
All the tweets and violence had to add up to something. Who knows if this is even the end result, or if there’s something worse coming?
After the election of Donald Trump, a lot of people have been dissatisfied. When people are dissatisfied, they show it in different ways.
That's all well and good when it’s in the form of peacefully disagreeing or debating, but this?
Likely not.
For people to be injured because of one person’s anger is outrageous. No wonder people say anger is dangerous.
Of course, nobody has proved the gunman had political motives, and it may take a while since we can't ask him. If it was politically motivated, then some things need to change.
Nothing will change the fact that the nation isn't the same as it was, say five years ago.
The times change, and with it political views.
Speaking of political views, political parties can be compared to squabbling, broken up factions fighting something they can't see. At least, at the moment.
No wonder satire is so popular at this time.
The point here is, James Hodgkin simply pulled the trigger.
Everyone else had already loaded the gun.
Figuratively. Although the gun was real. And it injured people.
I had been thinking about violence because of political views long before this event or the article. It only got me inspired to write.
For one person’s anger to explode in the form of a shooting is something we should have seen coming.
All the tweets and violence had to add up to something. Who knows if this is even the end result, or if there’s something worse coming?
After the election of Donald Trump, a lot of people have been dissatisfied. When people are dissatisfied, they show it in different ways.
That's all well and good when it’s in the form of peacefully disagreeing or debating, but this?
Likely not.
For people to be injured because of one person’s anger is outrageous. No wonder people say anger is dangerous.
Of course, nobody has proved the gunman had political motives, and it may take a while since we can't ask him. If it was politically motivated, then some things need to change.
Nothing will change the fact that the nation isn't the same as it was, say five years ago.
The times change, and with it political views.
Speaking of political views, political parties can be compared to squabbling, broken up factions fighting something they can't see. At least, at the moment.
No wonder satire is so popular at this time.
The point here is, James Hodgkin simply pulled the trigger.
Everyone else had already loaded the gun.
Figuratively. Although the gun was real. And it injured people.
"NBA Championship"
We continue to get caught up in the chaos we call reality. From the disastrous fire in London to the four people shot at the baseball field in Alexandria, Virginia, our week in the news has been hectic. Even through all of this disarray and confusion, a new NBA title was awarded to the Warriors this week. I, myself, have always been a fan of basketball. I watched mainly college basketball, but this year, I started to watch more of the NBA. I wasn’t sure if the finals were going to be that exciting this year, because it was the same two teams for three years in a row now. I was honestly tired of seeing the Cavs win the East and the Warriors win the West. As I thought about the event more, I realized this would decide the public opinion on who is the better team. After the heartbreaking loss for the Warriors in 2016, Kevin Durant joined the Warriors shortly after, adding on to their all-star roster. Not many more changes happened after that in both the East and West region. Many predicted from the beginning that the Warriors were going to win the title this year. In the end, my opinion about this year’s finals was wrong: it was kind of a thrilling ride of a finals. Many rumors of superstar players moving teams are already arising because of this victory. Will this superstar team be stopped next year? I guess we’ll have to wait and find out. Until next year, the Warriors will prevail as the best team in the league as of now.
We continue to get caught up in the chaos we call reality. From the disastrous fire in London to the four people shot at the baseball field in Alexandria, Virginia, our week in the news has been hectic. Even through all of this disarray and confusion, a new NBA title was awarded to the Warriors this week. I, myself, have always been a fan of basketball. I watched mainly college basketball, but this year, I started to watch more of the NBA. I wasn’t sure if the finals were going to be that exciting this year, because it was the same two teams for three years in a row now. I was honestly tired of seeing the Cavs win the East and the Warriors win the West. As I thought about the event more, I realized this would decide the public opinion on who is the better team. After the heartbreaking loss for the Warriors in 2016, Kevin Durant joined the Warriors shortly after, adding on to their all-star roster. Not many more changes happened after that in both the East and West region. Many predicted from the beginning that the Warriors were going to win the title this year. In the end, my opinion about this year’s finals was wrong: it was kind of a thrilling ride of a finals. Many rumors of superstar players moving teams are already arising because of this victory. Will this superstar team be stopped next year? I guess we’ll have to wait and find out. Until next year, the Warriors will prevail as the best team in the league as of now.
"Prosecutors Give Summation at Trial of Khmer Rouge Leaders"
I, like many other people who have been following the tribunal, am pleased to hear that Noun Chea and Khieu Samphan are being charged, despite the fact that it took thirty-seven years. It's comical that the accused claim they did not know of the suffering caused. The Khmer Rouge killed people ON THE SPOT and burned their houses if they refused to follow instructions. The article states that 1.7 million people died, but other accounts state that there could have been 3 million casualties. For that reasoning, I believe the article should state that there were at least 1.7 million casualties, rather than 1.7 million alone. The reasoning for the large gap in numbers is due to the fact that there were secret killings, which means that it is unclear as to the exact amount of deaths. Nonetheless, this issue is heartbreaking to read and write about. I am angered that the two men would try to deny the destruction and trauma they caused to Cambodia(ns). Thirty-seven years later and my father is still able to vividly remember the events. Recently, I have discovered Loung Ung. She is a survivor of the Pol Pot regime, an activist, and an author. Her first book is titled "First They Killed My Father", second is "Lucky Child", and most recent is "Lulu in the Sky". This trilogy is about her experiences during the Khmer Rouge years. I highly recommend reading her memoirs if you are interested in this topic.
I, like many other people who have been following the tribunal, am pleased to hear that Noun Chea and Khieu Samphan are being charged, despite the fact that it took thirty-seven years. It's comical that the accused claim they did not know of the suffering caused. The Khmer Rouge killed people ON THE SPOT and burned their houses if they refused to follow instructions. The article states that 1.7 million people died, but other accounts state that there could have been 3 million casualties. For that reasoning, I believe the article should state that there were at least 1.7 million casualties, rather than 1.7 million alone. The reasoning for the large gap in numbers is due to the fact that there were secret killings, which means that it is unclear as to the exact amount of deaths. Nonetheless, this issue is heartbreaking to read and write about. I am angered that the two men would try to deny the destruction and trauma they caused to Cambodia(ns). Thirty-seven years later and my father is still able to vividly remember the events. Recently, I have discovered Loung Ung. She is a survivor of the Pol Pot regime, an activist, and an author. Her first book is titled "First They Killed My Father", second is "Lucky Child", and most recent is "Lulu in the Sky". This trilogy is about her experiences during the Khmer Rouge years. I highly recommend reading her memoirs if you are interested in this topic.
"Teenage documentarians show the power of photography" By Gareth Smit
This week, I watched the video article “Teenage documentarians show the power of photography.” I highly enjoyed watching this article because it had many different takes and opinions on photography. It was thought provoking in a way, because a lot of people tend to yell the words ‘quick take the picture’ instead of taking their time, and feeling their surroundings.
Taking photographs is an art form, and it takes a lot of time and patience. When you are holding the camera, no one can see through that lens except for you; you are the sole creator of the moment that is about to become immortal. Every picture that is taken is a story, it is a plan. Simply having a camera in your hands, whether it be on your phone or if it’s a six hundred dollar best of the best quality, grade, et cetera, it is telling a story, and it’s sharing something that no one else could have seen, with the world. As someone who enjoys taking pictures on her android phone, for me, this article made me realize that it does not matter what lens I have with me; what matters, is how I choose to tell the story my eyes see through the camera piece.
This week, I watched the video article “Teenage documentarians show the power of photography.” I highly enjoyed watching this article because it had many different takes and opinions on photography. It was thought provoking in a way, because a lot of people tend to yell the words ‘quick take the picture’ instead of taking their time, and feeling their surroundings.
Taking photographs is an art form, and it takes a lot of time and patience. When you are holding the camera, no one can see through that lens except for you; you are the sole creator of the moment that is about to become immortal. Every picture that is taken is a story, it is a plan. Simply having a camera in your hands, whether it be on your phone or if it’s a six hundred dollar best of the best quality, grade, et cetera, it is telling a story, and it’s sharing something that no one else could have seen, with the world. As someone who enjoys taking pictures on her android phone, for me, this article made me realize that it does not matter what lens I have with me; what matters, is how I choose to tell the story my eyes see through the camera piece.
"Teenage Documentaries Show the Power of Photography" by Gareth Smit
In this day of age, teenagers are looked upon as being completely invested in their cellphones, laptops, and the general idea of technology. From that, it is assumed that this generation of growing adolescents is doomed for failure due to their perceived carelessness for education and their futures. However, that is not the case, nor has it ever been. As seen in the article and the added video, there are kids who are taking what the world has offered them and morphing it into something different; something beautiful. With the use of photography, teenagers are capturing moments of life that surround particular topics and are freely expressive. By picking up their cameras everyday to attend their programs, these teenagers are becoming better forms of themselves. They're newly courageous, creative, and most of all, influential. Each and every person who snaps an image everyday is not only changing the world, but changing the people in it and their views on society. I was particularly drawn to this article and video because I truly appreciate the art of photography and hope to use it one day to in an effective way. However, I'm also a firm believer that my generation is destined to change the world, and with something like photography, teenagers everywhere will improve it. With teenagers participating in activities that allow their creative mindsets to sink in, not a single obstacle will ever get in their way.
In this day of age, teenagers are looked upon as being completely invested in their cellphones, laptops, and the general idea of technology. From that, it is assumed that this generation of growing adolescents is doomed for failure due to their perceived carelessness for education and their futures. However, that is not the case, nor has it ever been. As seen in the article and the added video, there are kids who are taking what the world has offered them and morphing it into something different; something beautiful. With the use of photography, teenagers are capturing moments of life that surround particular topics and are freely expressive. By picking up their cameras everyday to attend their programs, these teenagers are becoming better forms of themselves. They're newly courageous, creative, and most of all, influential. Each and every person who snaps an image everyday is not only changing the world, but changing the people in it and their views on society. I was particularly drawn to this article and video because I truly appreciate the art of photography and hope to use it one day to in an effective way. However, I'm also a firm believer that my generation is destined to change the world, and with something like photography, teenagers everywhere will improve it. With teenagers participating in activities that allow their creative mindsets to sink in, not a single obstacle will ever get in their way.
"America Made Me a Feminist"
When I was browsing through the multitude of topics in The Times this week this article caught my eye because I am interested in activism and different movements that are present in America (such as the Black Lives Matter movement and Feminism movement) and also because I never thought that America was an inspirational place, I never really thought of America as a potential birthplace of feminists. This article opened my eyes to the different perspectives of people and how drastic societal changes can be from country to country. This article made me rethink what feminism was and gave me a new found appreciation for feminist while also outraging and educating me about the experiences of women in other countries. this has inspired me to learn more and possibly get more involved in some movements myself.
When I was browsing through the multitude of topics in The Times this week this article caught my eye because I am interested in activism and different movements that are present in America (such as the Black Lives Matter movement and Feminism movement) and also because I never thought that America was an inspirational place, I never really thought of America as a potential birthplace of feminists. This article opened my eyes to the different perspectives of people and how drastic societal changes can be from country to country. This article made me rethink what feminism was and gave me a new found appreciation for feminist while also outraging and educating me about the experiences of women in other countries. this has inspired me to learn more and possibly get more involved in some movements myself.
"Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers" By Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
This article describes the numerous details in the trial of Michelle Carter, who is being tried for the involuntary manslaughter of Conrad Roy III. Mr. Conrad committed suicide by Carbon Monoxide poisoning according to directions given to him by Ms. Carter. I was not well read on this subject before reading this article but I believe Ms. Carter is guilty. Ms. Carter and Mr. Roy texted each other a lot. The texts reveal both were emotionally unstable, Conrad having intense suicidal thoughts and Michelle having negative feelings about her body and eating disorder. Michelle tries to get him to see a professional for help, but he never did. In my opinion this is a case of trying to remove the splinter from someone else’s eye, while still having the whole plank in your own.
Ms. Carter blames her new antidepressants for the later texts and phone calls telling him to commit suicide. She told him how to kill himself and when he tried to back out she forced him, over the phone, to get back into the carbon monoxide filled truck. I believe if she really cared for her "boyfriend", like she says, she would have done otherwise.
Ms. Carter was not private with the information of his suicidal thoughts. She shared it with a popular girl hoping for sympathy. She also looked for sympathy after Mr. Conrad’s death. She caused a teenager to commit suicide in order to increase her social status.
This article describes the numerous details in the trial of Michelle Carter, who is being tried for the involuntary manslaughter of Conrad Roy III. Mr. Conrad committed suicide by Carbon Monoxide poisoning according to directions given to him by Ms. Carter. I was not well read on this subject before reading this article but I believe Ms. Carter is guilty. Ms. Carter and Mr. Roy texted each other a lot. The texts reveal both were emotionally unstable, Conrad having intense suicidal thoughts and Michelle having negative feelings about her body and eating disorder. Michelle tries to get him to see a professional for help, but he never did. In my opinion this is a case of trying to remove the splinter from someone else’s eye, while still having the whole plank in your own.
Ms. Carter blames her new antidepressants for the later texts and phone calls telling him to commit suicide. She told him how to kill himself and when he tried to back out she forced him, over the phone, to get back into the carbon monoxide filled truck. I believe if she really cared for her "boyfriend", like she says, she would have done otherwise.
Ms. Carter was not private with the information of his suicidal thoughts. She shared it with a popular girl hoping for sympathy. She also looked for sympathy after Mr. Conrad’s death. She caused a teenager to commit suicide in order to increase her social status.
"Michelle Carter Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case”
Who knew words could actually kill? My response to this case is similar to that of one spectator who said "WOW" when the verdict of guilty of involuntary manslaughter was doled out as that seemed like a cruel and unusual punishment for someone who had just encouraged someone to kill themselves through just text messages. My opinion is that while Carter did tell him to get back in a carbon monoxide-filled truck after he had gotten out, he still committed suicide on his volition and, thus, this is only a form of bullying and not involuntary manslaughter. Although what she did was incredibly wrong and holds some responsibility for the suicide, she shouldn't be convicted of involuntary manslaughter.
In addition to the fact that this can be seen as an overly cruel and unusual punishment, this also sets a dangerous legal precedent. What she did was awful, but ultimately she did not cause him to kill himself. He did that all on his own. But if the courts find someone guilty of manslaughter due to their words, what else can be blamed on another person because of his or her words? Where do you draw the line? You can be morally guilty, as she certainly is, but not legally so. Because if we argue that words are the same as actions, that justifies using violence to stop words. Quite a slippery slope indeed.
Who knew words could actually kill? My response to this case is similar to that of one spectator who said "WOW" when the verdict of guilty of involuntary manslaughter was doled out as that seemed like a cruel and unusual punishment for someone who had just encouraged someone to kill themselves through just text messages. My opinion is that while Carter did tell him to get back in a carbon monoxide-filled truck after he had gotten out, he still committed suicide on his volition and, thus, this is only a form of bullying and not involuntary manslaughter. Although what she did was incredibly wrong and holds some responsibility for the suicide, she shouldn't be convicted of involuntary manslaughter.
In addition to the fact that this can be seen as an overly cruel and unusual punishment, this also sets a dangerous legal precedent. What she did was awful, but ultimately she did not cause him to kill himself. He did that all on his own. But if the courts find someone guilty of manslaughter due to their words, what else can be blamed on another person because of his or her words? Where do you draw the line? You can be morally guilty, as she certainly is, but not legally so. Because if we argue that words are the same as actions, that justifies using violence to stop words. Quite a slippery slope indeed.
"Minnesota Officer Acquitted in Killing of Philando Castile"
Sadly I was not surprised that another officer ended the life of an innocent Black man. It is heart-wrenching to see how people who are supposed to be trusted to save people's lives at times and protect individuals could kill innocent humans. Mr. Yanez murdered the life of an innocent Black man, Philando Castile. Mr. Castile's girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, live streamed what happened after the death of her beloved boyfriend on Facebook. At first, Yanez was charged with second-degree manslaughter and endangering safety by discharging a firearm. Yet later in court, Mr. Yanez was declared innocent and charges were dropped.
So why did I choose this article? Simple, it contains emotions and feelings that millions of protestors and people around the world are coping with, and experiencing. It explains the fear Black civilians have, the doubt that one day they might not return to their families and friends because a cop was suspicious, had internalized racism and decided to pull a trigger. Including quotes from Castile's mother just added to this article importance, from explaining how the city her son loved ended his life, to speaking about how the flawed system fails and will continue to fail Black people. The protests and how the death of another innocent Black man became international news proved to the world that racism still exists, and is an actual fatal danger. It proved that Black lives do matter.
Sadly I was not surprised that another officer ended the life of an innocent Black man. It is heart-wrenching to see how people who are supposed to be trusted to save people's lives at times and protect individuals could kill innocent humans. Mr. Yanez murdered the life of an innocent Black man, Philando Castile. Mr. Castile's girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, live streamed what happened after the death of her beloved boyfriend on Facebook. At first, Yanez was charged with second-degree manslaughter and endangering safety by discharging a firearm. Yet later in court, Mr. Yanez was declared innocent and charges were dropped.
So why did I choose this article? Simple, it contains emotions and feelings that millions of protestors and people around the world are coping with, and experiencing. It explains the fear Black civilians have, the doubt that one day they might not return to their families and friends because a cop was suspicious, had internalized racism and decided to pull a trigger. Including quotes from Castile's mother just added to this article importance, from explaining how the city her son loved ended his life, to speaking about how the flawed system fails and will continue to fail Black people. The protests and how the death of another innocent Black man became international news proved to the world that racism still exists, and is an actual fatal danger. It proved that Black lives do matter.
Nba Championship
I love the game of basketball and i watch it all the time. With the new edition of superstar Kevin Durant the Golden State Warriors played the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2017 Nba Finals for the third straight time. This was the second time Kevin Durant had been to the Finals previously 2012 when playing for Oklahoma City Thunder lost the series 4 to 1 against Lebron James and the Miami Heat, but this year he refused to be stopped Kevin Durant and the Golden State Warriors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 4 to 1. Kevin Durant won Finals MVP and first NBA Championship the whole Finals he averaged more than 30 ppg. Now ESPN reporters talked about how he wasnt a superatar cause he didnt win a ring and when he did win one he had to go to a super team to win which to me is bs.They talked about this man all year now that he gets a ring people don't give him the credit that they know he deserves and thats what gets me fired up amd mad. Kevin Durant is my favorite player and always will be.
I love the game of basketball and i watch it all the time. With the new edition of superstar Kevin Durant the Golden State Warriors played the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2017 Nba Finals for the third straight time. This was the second time Kevin Durant had been to the Finals previously 2012 when playing for Oklahoma City Thunder lost the series 4 to 1 against Lebron James and the Miami Heat, but this year he refused to be stopped Kevin Durant and the Golden State Warriors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 4 to 1. Kevin Durant won Finals MVP and first NBA Championship the whole Finals he averaged more than 30 ppg. Now ESPN reporters talked about how he wasnt a superatar cause he didnt win a ring and when he did win one he had to go to a super team to win which to me is bs.They talked about this man all year now that he gets a ring people don't give him the credit that they know he deserves and thats what gets me fired up amd mad. Kevin Durant is my favorite player and always will be.
“The Best Way to Get Over a Breakup” Anna North
Two days ago, June 14, was my first break-up in an (unofficial) relationship. It threw an unnecessary hump into my hump-day, similar to lower back pains.The relationship was best represented by two Hank’s (yes, reference to ‘Finding Dory’) 16 octopus limbs intertwined with boy/girl scout square knots -- or so I thought. It lasted a year-ish, with only a mutualistic relationship in the oreo cream filling part of the 12 months. The top black cookie was when I felt no interest, and the latter was him frantically untangling the knots in our tentacles. I will miss it.
On Wikihow, a major suggestion for “getting over a person” included “not writing a goodbye letter,” but the website has “Wiki” in it, so accuracy may vary. I wanted a more credible source --you know where this is going-- the New York Times, so here I am: reading “What is the best way to get over a breakup.” The article and comments section were especially helpful, although each subsequent reply seemed to echoed the previous. In addition, that day -- a couple hours earlier-- I took a sequences and series test today (explaining my terminology as I studied last night) and just like my current situation, given the terms-- I never seemed to find the relationship…
Two days later, I reflect: the test was a solid 88%, while the guy was spotted with another girl walking to her bus...Maybe I will read another article and study for the math final…...
Two days ago, June 14, was my first break-up in an (unofficial) relationship. It threw an unnecessary hump into my hump-day, similar to lower back pains.The relationship was best represented by two Hank’s (yes, reference to ‘Finding Dory’) 16 octopus limbs intertwined with boy/girl scout square knots -- or so I thought. It lasted a year-ish, with only a mutualistic relationship in the oreo cream filling part of the 12 months. The top black cookie was when I felt no interest, and the latter was him frantically untangling the knots in our tentacles. I will miss it.
On Wikihow, a major suggestion for “getting over a person” included “not writing a goodbye letter,” but the website has “Wiki” in it, so accuracy may vary. I wanted a more credible source --you know where this is going-- the New York Times, so here I am: reading “What is the best way to get over a breakup.” The article and comments section were especially helpful, although each subsequent reply seemed to echoed the previous. In addition, that day -- a couple hours earlier-- I took a sequences and series test today (explaining my terminology as I studied last night) and just like my current situation, given the terms-- I never seemed to find the relationship…
Two days later, I reflect: the test was a solid 88%, while the guy was spotted with another girl walking to her bus...Maybe I will read another article and study for the math final…...
"What Bullets Do to Bodies"
The article explains the story told by a physician about a young man who suffered and died from a gun shot wound. The patient was struck by an expanding bullet from an assault riffle, and experienced severe damage to his heart and spleen. It was mind-boggling to read how someone my age has died so brutally and painfully. This article has taught me more about the threats that bullets pose. What I wasn't aware of until reading this article was how much damage a bullet can cause to the body. The article explained how bullets can shatter bones, shred arteries, and destroy organs.There have also been cases of limb amputations, paralysis, and chronic pain. The chronic pain experienced by some victims has led them to use drugs and painkillers; essentially causing them to become addicted and face financial and social difficulties. What I found most interesting were these additional long-term affects that bullet wounds have on their victims. These facts have altered my perspective on gun use. This article in particular has exposed me to the horrors of guns and bullets, and has further influenced my stance on the limitations of gun use in our world. In order to prevent further fatalities, I believe that it is vital to limit the use of guns. What also interested me was that the article did not take a stance on the political aspect of gun use. Rather, it focused on the devastating results of gun use and the health crisis that it poses on society.
The article explains the story told by a physician about a young man who suffered and died from a gun shot wound. The patient was struck by an expanding bullet from an assault riffle, and experienced severe damage to his heart and spleen. It was mind-boggling to read how someone my age has died so brutally and painfully. This article has taught me more about the threats that bullets pose. What I wasn't aware of until reading this article was how much damage a bullet can cause to the body. The article explained how bullets can shatter bones, shred arteries, and destroy organs.There have also been cases of limb amputations, paralysis, and chronic pain. The chronic pain experienced by some victims has led them to use drugs and painkillers; essentially causing them to become addicted and face financial and social difficulties. What I found most interesting were these additional long-term affects that bullet wounds have on their victims. These facts have altered my perspective on gun use. This article in particular has exposed me to the horrors of guns and bullets, and has further influenced my stance on the limitations of gun use in our world. In order to prevent further fatalities, I believe that it is vital to limit the use of guns. What also interested me was that the article did not take a stance on the political aspect of gun use. Rather, it focused on the devastating results of gun use and the health crisis that it poses on society.
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"The New Niche: Gluten-Free Dining Halls" by Jessica Blatt Press
There are two things which I have trouble digesting- discrimination and gluten. The former is a result of my inherent desire to see all people treated justly and granted access to equal opportunities. The latter is a result of my inherent autoimmune disorder, celiac disease.
As a high school student, I can only imagine the glory of college cafeteria food that awaits my arrival wherever I should choose to continue my education. The only barrier that stands between me and unlimited servings of penne pasta and chicken enchiladas is my ineradicable dietary restriction. But thanks to conscientious individuals who have striven to offer a wider variety of allergen-free foods in college cafeterias, students with allergies or intolerances are less likely to feel isolated from those with perfectly-functioning digestive systems.
Reading about fine institutions such as Kent State and Cornell University providing gluten-free dining halls offers hope to a youngster like me in a world riddled with climate changes and rising avocado prices. No matter where gluten intolerances rank on the Totem Pole of Important World Issues, seeing such accommodations implemented on college campuses inspires me to consider those in my own community who may feel discriminated against, and reminds me of my ability and responsibility to serve the needs of all people.
There are two things which I have trouble digesting- discrimination and gluten. The former is a result of my inherent desire to see all people treated justly and granted access to equal opportunities. The latter is a result of my inherent autoimmune disorder, celiac disease.
As a high school student, I can only imagine the glory of college cafeteria food that awaits my arrival wherever I should choose to continue my education. The only barrier that stands between me and unlimited servings of penne pasta and chicken enchiladas is my ineradicable dietary restriction. But thanks to conscientious individuals who have striven to offer a wider variety of allergen-free foods in college cafeterias, students with allergies or intolerances are less likely to feel isolated from those with perfectly-functioning digestive systems.
Reading about fine institutions such as Kent State and Cornell University providing gluten-free dining halls offers hope to a youngster like me in a world riddled with climate changes and rising avocado prices. No matter where gluten intolerances rank on the Totem Pole of Important World Issues, seeing such accommodations implemented on college campuses inspires me to consider those in my own community who may feel discriminated against, and reminds me of my ability and responsibility to serve the needs of all people.
"Michelle Carter Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case”
Who knew words could actually kill? My response to this case is similar to that of one spectator who said "wow" when the verdict of guilty of involuntary manslaughter was doled out as that seemed like a cruel and unusual punishment for someone who had just encouraged someone to kill themselves through just text messages. My opinion is that while Carter did tell him to get back in a carbon monoxide-filled truck after he had gotten out, he still committed suicide on his volition and, thus, this is only a form of bullying and not involuntary manslaughter. Although what she did was incredibly wrong and holds some responsibility for the suicide, she shouldn't be convicted of involuntary manslaughter.
In addition to the fact that this can be seen as an overly cruel and unusual punishment, this also sets a dangerous legal precedent. What she did was awful, but ultimately she did not cause him to kill himself. He did that all on his own. But if the courts find someone guilty of manslaughter due to their words, what else can be blamed on another person because of his or her words? Where do you draw the line? You can be morally guilty, as she certainly is, but not legally so. Because if we argue that words are the same as actions, that justifies using violence to stop words. Quite a slippery slope indeed.
Who knew words could actually kill? My response to this case is similar to that of one spectator who said "wow" when the verdict of guilty of involuntary manslaughter was doled out as that seemed like a cruel and unusual punishment for someone who had just encouraged someone to kill themselves through just text messages. My opinion is that while Carter did tell him to get back in a carbon monoxide-filled truck after he had gotten out, he still committed suicide on his volition and, thus, this is only a form of bullying and not involuntary manslaughter. Although what she did was incredibly wrong and holds some responsibility for the suicide, she shouldn't be convicted of involuntary manslaughter.
In addition to the fact that this can be seen as an overly cruel and unusual punishment, this also sets a dangerous legal precedent. What she did was awful, but ultimately she did not cause him to kill himself. He did that all on his own. But if the courts find someone guilty of manslaughter due to their words, what else can be blamed on another person because of his or her words? Where do you draw the line? You can be morally guilty, as she certainly is, but not legally so. Because if we argue that words are the same as actions, that justifies using violence to stop words. Quite a slippery slope indeed.
The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’ by Frank Bruni
When I saw the title of the article I thought it was just going to be one of that article that talks about the plot of the movie and how good it is. I thought that Frank Bruni was going to compare Wonder Woman to the other DC Comic`s movies like Man of Steel or Batman v Superman and talk about how Wonder Woman is much better than both movies combined (I mean it`s not false that those movies were horrible). What got me interested in reading this article was the fact that it was more about the strong leadership of a leading woman. This is one of those times where if the movie with a strong woman lead didn`t have a big box opening week it would never be made again.
I`m happy that Wonder Woman had a large box opening weekend because this means that we are going to have lot more movies in the future that has a strong and powerful woman lead. Here is a hope that Marvel will in the future make a solo Black Widow movie. Seeing the success of Wonder Woman more studio are now more willing to make more movies with a strong female lead. I hope that one day that we get more movies like Wonder Woman.
Bengal10Mohammed206007
When I saw the title of the article I thought it was just going to be one of that article that talks about the plot of the movie and how good it is. I thought that Frank Bruni was going to compare Wonder Woman to the other DC Comic`s movies like Man of Steel or Batman v Superman and talk about how Wonder Woman is much better than both movies combined (I mean it`s not false that those movies were horrible). What got me interested in reading this article was the fact that it was more about the strong leadership of a leading woman. This is one of those times where if the movie with a strong woman lead didn`t have a big box opening week it would never be made again.
I`m happy that Wonder Woman had a large box opening weekend because this means that we are going to have lot more movies in the future that has a strong and powerful woman lead. Here is a hope that Marvel will in the future make a solo Black Widow movie. Seeing the success of Wonder Woman more studio are now more willing to make more movies with a strong female lead. I hope that one day that we get more movies like Wonder Woman.
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"Why Fathers Leave Their Children" By David Brooks
A question that many victims of broken families ask themselves, that often goes unanswered. I think that I, along with so many other people, had the view that a father that leaves his children is a father who isn't fit to be a father. While that may certainly be the case for many, this study, conducted by Kathryn Edin and Timothy J. Nelson, shines a light on the cases where the father isn't as much of a deadbeat as they're drawn out to be. Out of the group studied, many of the fathers wanted nothing more than to be there for their children. Usually, the cause of them leaving wasn't the child, but rather the mother of the child. The couple (or almost strangers who had a little too much to drink) would become pregnant, have the child, and the woman would look to the man as more of a financial staple rather than a romantic partner, something that turned the man away from the family, feeling used and undervalued. The media and the abandoned make the absent father out to be the villain in the situation and the mother and child are the victims. While the feelings of the abandoned are still important, so should the father's, who in most cases never wanted to leave his children and only wanted to find another woman who he would feel valued him for more than an income.
A question that many victims of broken families ask themselves, that often goes unanswered. I think that I, along with so many other people, had the view that a father that leaves his children is a father who isn't fit to be a father. While that may certainly be the case for many, this study, conducted by Kathryn Edin and Timothy J. Nelson, shines a light on the cases where the father isn't as much of a deadbeat as they're drawn out to be. Out of the group studied, many of the fathers wanted nothing more than to be there for their children. Usually, the cause of them leaving wasn't the child, but rather the mother of the child. The couple (or almost strangers who had a little too much to drink) would become pregnant, have the child, and the woman would look to the man as more of a financial staple rather than a romantic partner, something that turned the man away from the family, feeling used and undervalued. The media and the abandoned make the absent father out to be the villain in the situation and the mother and child are the victims. While the feelings of the abandoned are still important, so should the father's, who in most cases never wanted to leave his children and only wanted to find another woman who he would feel valued him for more than an income.
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"Father in Thailand Kills 11-Month-Old Daughter Live On Facebook" By Paul Mozur
At first, this topic seemed too violent for me, so I kept looking for another article, but I became curious and decided to read it. Lots of people watch violent movies and play violent video games. I believe society has been desensitized to this kind of violence. I don't understand why someone would hang their own innocent child, let alone live stream it for the world to see. Facebook is trying to work toward ideas so that the posts and videos can be reported and flagged quicker. This article led me thinking to why someone would commit murder just because they were jealous.
The fact that there have been not only one, but many violent images, videos, and live streams on not just Facebook, but all other social media is troubling. What the world has fallen to is terrible. But what can we do to prevent suicide, murder, and other violent crimes? How can you tell who will be the next victim or the next Murderer? That's why I think it is important to look to organizations like the National Institute of Mental Health and the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration to help prevent these things. Maybe instead of investing in material things like a billion dollar mansion or the newest model of an Apple Phone, people can invest in these and many other organizations like them so that they may help save a human life.
At first, this topic seemed too violent for me, so I kept looking for another article, but I became curious and decided to read it. Lots of people watch violent movies and play violent video games. I believe society has been desensitized to this kind of violence. I don't understand why someone would hang their own innocent child, let alone live stream it for the world to see. Facebook is trying to work toward ideas so that the posts and videos can be reported and flagged quicker. This article led me thinking to why someone would commit murder just because they were jealous.
The fact that there have been not only one, but many violent images, videos, and live streams on not just Facebook, but all other social media is troubling. What the world has fallen to is terrible. But what can we do to prevent suicide, murder, and other violent crimes? How can you tell who will be the next victim or the next Murderer? That's why I think it is important to look to organizations like the National Institute of Mental Health and the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration to help prevent these things. Maybe instead of investing in material things like a billion dollar mansion or the newest model of an Apple Phone, people can invest in these and many other organizations like them so that they may help save a human life.
"Olympics Adds 3-on-3 Basketball and Mixed Gender Relays" by Victor Mather
This article caught my eye because I'm interested in the progression of the fight for women's equality in all aspects of life. Learning that the percentage of women participating in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo would be increasing to 48.8% and seeing the steps that are being made to promote gender equality in sports made me feel very proud to live in a time of much needed and very necessary advancement. I participate in martial arts, which is a mixed gender sport, and being able to train and fight with men as a teenage girl is incredibly empowering. Knowing that I am equal to my male counterparts in my sport makes me confident, and as more and more sports and athletic events become mixed I am certain that this feeling will spread and continue fuel the feminist fire and the fight for gender equality in sports.
This article caught my eye because I'm interested in the progression of the fight for women's equality in all aspects of life. Learning that the percentage of women participating in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo would be increasing to 48.8% and seeing the steps that are being made to promote gender equality in sports made me feel very proud to live in a time of much needed and very necessary advancement. I participate in martial arts, which is a mixed gender sport, and being able to train and fight with men as a teenage girl is incredibly empowering. Knowing that I am equal to my male counterparts in my sport makes me confident, and as more and more sports and athletic events become mixed I am certain that this feeling will spread and continue fuel the feminist fire and the fight for gender equality in sports.
“Rising Waters Threaten China’s Rising Cities”
This article provides specific details from city locals that show the progress that has been made there and why this progress has allowed for greater scale disasters in the area. It also gives a sense of tension between those who believe that, instead of staying on this same path, they should be opening up their eyes and trying to fix the problem and those who believe that this is not a problem, so it can be ignored. I believe that every decision made is the first domino falling in a line of thousands of dominos. This situation in China is a prime example of that. As it mentioned in the article, at some point in time, someone made the decision to cut down a section of mangroves in Shenzhen, China so that office towers and apartment complexes could be put in that spot instead. With that the decision made, the first domino fell. The first domino fell and so did the rest of the dominos behind it. Nearly 30 years and thousands of dominos later, the decision to cut down these mangroves is regretted by those who have realized that the mangroves provided a natural barrier from the sea that reduced the impact of waves and rising water. If one person had made more of a thought out and careful decision than Shenzhen, China, and even the world would be different. I think that this is really the underlying statement behind this article and climate change: a decision made today can have major impacts in the future.
This article provides specific details from city locals that show the progress that has been made there and why this progress has allowed for greater scale disasters in the area. It also gives a sense of tension between those who believe that, instead of staying on this same path, they should be opening up their eyes and trying to fix the problem and those who believe that this is not a problem, so it can be ignored. I believe that every decision made is the first domino falling in a line of thousands of dominos. This situation in China is a prime example of that. As it mentioned in the article, at some point in time, someone made the decision to cut down a section of mangroves in Shenzhen, China so that office towers and apartment complexes could be put in that spot instead. With that the decision made, the first domino fell. The first domino fell and so did the rest of the dominos behind it. Nearly 30 years and thousands of dominos later, the decision to cut down these mangroves is regretted by those who have realized that the mangroves provided a natural barrier from the sea that reduced the impact of waves and rising water. If one person had made more of a thought out and careful decision than Shenzhen, China, and even the world would be different. I think that this is really the underlying statement behind this article and climate change: a decision made today can have major impacts in the future.
“Flint Holds a Glittering Prom, Far From Flint”
As a society we see something tragic happen, look at it for a week and move on as if the situation has been solved. Many people have forgotten that although the huge amounts of water people donated to Flint was heroic, the last bottle has been emptied and the crisis has continued for three years without finding a longstanding solution. This crisis has not only affected people’s health, but their community, their lives, and their entire world. Thus, I found it interesting to see that someone took the time to come back to Flint and continue to shed light on this issue. The article may not talk about a very needed solution to the water crisis, but it displays their lives and how it has affected them. This article refers to a prom hosted by a high school, however, instead of having it in Flint they held the prom on a boat. The students felt it was necessary to move the prom somewhere other than flint to serve as a hiatus from their problems such as their athletics program closing down or rising crime rates. Testimonials from the students expressed their general excitement for prom and the arrangements made up to six months in advance. One particular student commented that “everybody was acting different.” I felt this was key to the article because it shows that its the small things that make a difference in people’s lives. The article shows the people of flint as who they truly are, human.
As a society we see something tragic happen, look at it for a week and move on as if the situation has been solved. Many people have forgotten that although the huge amounts of water people donated to Flint was heroic, the last bottle has been emptied and the crisis has continued for three years without finding a longstanding solution. This crisis has not only affected people’s health, but their community, their lives, and their entire world. Thus, I found it interesting to see that someone took the time to come back to Flint and continue to shed light on this issue. The article may not talk about a very needed solution to the water crisis, but it displays their lives and how it has affected them. This article refers to a prom hosted by a high school, however, instead of having it in Flint they held the prom on a boat. The students felt it was necessary to move the prom somewhere other than flint to serve as a hiatus from their problems such as their athletics program closing down or rising crime rates. Testimonials from the students expressed their general excitement for prom and the arrangements made up to six months in advance. One particular student commented that “everybody was acting different.” I felt this was key to the article because it shows that its the small things that make a difference in people’s lives. The article shows the people of flint as who they truly are, human.
White Tulsa Officer is Acquitted in Fatal Shooting of Black Driver
Racism and discrimination still continues to be a part of our societal woes forty some odd years after the late Martin Luther gave his I have a Dream Speech. In 2016 Tulsa police officer Betty Shelby shot and killed an unarmed black man, Terence Crutcher. This event went viral as so many other fatal shootings involving police officer brutality against blacks. This happening left me with mixed emotions. At first, I thought officer Shelby just made a mistake in pulling the trigger. However, later I learned that she made many excuses which made me think it was more of a race thing. Although Crutcher did have a prior dealing with the police with a drug charge, I am not convinced the incident was justified. Crutcher was a father of four and Officer Shelby just robbed them of their father. I do understand that she was trying to defend herself. Still, she had plenty of backup in case Crutcher had a weapon in his possession. This trial, was very interesting. Even with four blacks on the jury, Shelby still was found not guilty. I could imagine the thoughts going through the jurors’ heads after hearing the testimony, but there was nothing they could do about it. They had enough evidence “beyond responsible doubt” to find Shelby guilty. In my mind, it was like Shelby had already won before the trial even started. THIS idea boiled in the hearts of Crutcher’s family and just adds more hatred in our everyday lives.
Racism and discrimination still continues to be a part of our societal woes forty some odd years after the late Martin Luther gave his I have a Dream Speech. In 2016 Tulsa police officer Betty Shelby shot and killed an unarmed black man, Terence Crutcher. This event went viral as so many other fatal shootings involving police officer brutality against blacks. This happening left me with mixed emotions. At first, I thought officer Shelby just made a mistake in pulling the trigger. However, later I learned that she made many excuses which made me think it was more of a race thing. Although Crutcher did have a prior dealing with the police with a drug charge, I am not convinced the incident was justified. Crutcher was a father of four and Officer Shelby just robbed them of their father. I do understand that she was trying to defend herself. Still, she had plenty of backup in case Crutcher had a weapon in his possession. This trial, was very interesting. Even with four blacks on the jury, Shelby still was found not guilty. I could imagine the thoughts going through the jurors’ heads after hearing the testimony, but there was nothing they could do about it. They had enough evidence “beyond responsible doubt” to find Shelby guilty. In my mind, it was like Shelby had already won before the trial even started. THIS idea boiled in the hearts of Crutcher’s family and just adds more hatred in our everyday lives.
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"Father in Thailand Kills 11-Month-Old Daughter Live on Facebook"
People nowadays are connected through social media and can see each others lives through a screen. In this case social media was used to share the end of someone's life.
More specifically, an innocent 11 month old girl that was killed by her own father. Not only did he just kill her but he showed her last breathing moments by hanging her live on Facebook for others to see. After the murder he stopped the video and even hung himself. All this because the husband thought his wife was having an affair and was jealous.
This article intrigues me greatly and makes me wonder what in the world is going on in people's heads around the world. It also makes me wonder the following questions: How has humanity come to using technology to share explicit videos of revenge or deranged acts? How are people teaching their kids for this to happen? Why do they resort to this option? Are people being taught disgusting things and getting ideas from the internet to cause this? Is there a way to prevent these kinds of incidents effectively so anybody can comprehend that's it's not right? What can we do as individuals to help prevent these occurrences?
After reading the title of the article I thought I wouldn't end up writing about it, but as I read further into it I was curious and confused as to why things like this have happened before.
People nowadays are connected through social media and can see each others lives through a screen. In this case social media was used to share the end of someone's life.
More specifically, an innocent 11 month old girl that was killed by her own father. Not only did he just kill her but he showed her last breathing moments by hanging her live on Facebook for others to see. After the murder he stopped the video and even hung himself. All this because the husband thought his wife was having an affair and was jealous.
This article intrigues me greatly and makes me wonder what in the world is going on in people's heads around the world. It also makes me wonder the following questions: How has humanity come to using technology to share explicit videos of revenge or deranged acts? How are people teaching their kids for this to happen? Why do they resort to this option? Are people being taught disgusting things and getting ideas from the internet to cause this? Is there a way to prevent these kinds of incidents effectively so anybody can comprehend that's it's not right? What can we do as individuals to help prevent these occurrences?
After reading the title of the article I thought I wouldn't end up writing about it, but as I read further into it I was curious and confused as to why things like this have happened before.
"Michelle Carter Is Guilty of Manslaughter in Texting Suicide Case" by Katharine Q. Seelye and Jess Bidgood
When I saw the title of this article, I thought, "Why is someone convicted in a suicide case?" So, I began to read the article and the contents were unbelievable. First of all, I would like to give my condolences to the family of Conrad Roy III. Second, I honestly don't know what to make of Michelle Carter. What causes a person to encourage another person to take their own lives? Encouraging suicide, what's happened to humanity? On June 2014, text messages show that Michelle Carter was trying to convince him not to commit suicide, but by early July, her thoughts have changed. She supported him in his thoughts of suicide, saying that heaven will open its arms. Why would she support it? Was it perhaps the thought of "putting him out of his misery" or was it because she didn't want to deal with it anymore? Prosecutors say that Michelle Carter did it because she would look like a "fool" if Conrard Roy III didn't act on it. Since when did looking like a "fool" become more important than a persons life? Since when did humanity get so corrupt? Though it was Conrad Roy III's idea of suicide, she pushed him to act on it. She helped him and explained how to kill yourself. Also, when he stepped out of the toxic filled car, she should have known that he couldn't do it because he really doesn't want to die. She should have stopped him. In the end, what we do or don't do, matters.
When I saw the title of this article, I thought, "Why is someone convicted in a suicide case?" So, I began to read the article and the contents were unbelievable. First of all, I would like to give my condolences to the family of Conrad Roy III. Second, I honestly don't know what to make of Michelle Carter. What causes a person to encourage another person to take their own lives? Encouraging suicide, what's happened to humanity? On June 2014, text messages show that Michelle Carter was trying to convince him not to commit suicide, but by early July, her thoughts have changed. She supported him in his thoughts of suicide, saying that heaven will open its arms. Why would she support it? Was it perhaps the thought of "putting him out of his misery" or was it because she didn't want to deal with it anymore? Prosecutors say that Michelle Carter did it because she would look like a "fool" if Conrard Roy III didn't act on it. Since when did looking like a "fool" become more important than a persons life? Since when did humanity get so corrupt? Though it was Conrad Roy III's idea of suicide, she pushed him to act on it. She helped him and explained how to kill yourself. Also, when he stepped out of the toxic filled car, she should have known that he couldn't do it because he really doesn't want to die. She should have stopped him. In the end, what we do or don't do, matters.
Trial Over Suicide and Texting Lays Bare Pain of 2 Teenagers
This article in particular interested me the most because of the topic suicide. Reading about things like this happening in real life helps me realize there's a whole other world out there. I wasn't shocked when I saw this article in The New York Times. Michelle Carter and Cory Madera met while on vacation with their family's. The article stated that they didn't see each other often so their relationship developed through a series of text messages. As their relationship grew, Cory started to share very personal information ability himself to her. In all honesty, Cory told her that he was abused at home and that he was suicidal. For a long time, Carter would always tell him not to be talking like that and to go get professional help. He never did. Carter also had baggage to carry around to just like Cory. She struggled with other mental issues. Her family decided to put her on antidepressants. Her attitude towards everything quickly changed. She became the total opposite of her actual self. Her boyfriend noticed the difference in her behavior right away. He still talked about suicide but the only difference was that Carter encouraged it now. She would urge him to go through with the suicide. In the state they live in, there is no law for encouraging someone to take their own life. As of right now, she is in court not saying a word. Just letting a series of text messages between her and Cory speak for her.
This article in particular interested me the most because of the topic suicide. Reading about things like this happening in real life helps me realize there's a whole other world out there. I wasn't shocked when I saw this article in The New York Times. Michelle Carter and Cory Madera met while on vacation with their family's. The article stated that they didn't see each other often so their relationship developed through a series of text messages. As their relationship grew, Cory started to share very personal information ability himself to her. In all honesty, Cory told her that he was abused at home and that he was suicidal. For a long time, Carter would always tell him not to be talking like that and to go get professional help. He never did. Carter also had baggage to carry around to just like Cory. She struggled with other mental issues. Her family decided to put her on antidepressants. Her attitude towards everything quickly changed. She became the total opposite of her actual self. Her boyfriend noticed the difference in her behavior right away. He still talked about suicide but the only difference was that Carter encouraged it now. She would urge him to go through with the suicide. In the state they live in, there is no law for encouraging someone to take their own life. As of right now, she is in court not saying a word. Just letting a series of text messages between her and Cory speak for her.
"A Chicken Sandwich Hitches a Balloon Ride to the Stratosphere" by Kenneth Chang
Ever since I subscribed to the New York Times in March, I have been interested in the science portion of the website. So, naturally, when I was browsing the NYTimes, the article titled "A Chicken Sandwich Hitches a Balloon Ride to the Stratosphere" by Kenneth Chang caught my attention.
This article was... interesting. The title made it seem like an important test launch, but it turned out to be more of an advertisement for KFC than anything else. That's not a bad thing, though! That just made it more fun to read.
The question I'm supposed to answer here is this: What interested me the most and why? Choosing any other article would have made this whole comment a lie. This piece truly grabbed my attention more than anything else this week; not because it was innovative, important, or even life changing, but because it was different from the usual politics-based stuff you would often come to find on the NYTimes.
Ever since I subscribed to the New York Times in March, I have been interested in the science portion of the website. So, naturally, when I was browsing the NYTimes, the article titled "A Chicken Sandwich Hitches a Balloon Ride to the Stratosphere" by Kenneth Chang caught my attention.
This article was... interesting. The title made it seem like an important test launch, but it turned out to be more of an advertisement for KFC than anything else. That's not a bad thing, though! That just made it more fun to read.
The question I'm supposed to answer here is this: What interested me the most and why? Choosing any other article would have made this whole comment a lie. This piece truly grabbed my attention more than anything else this week; not because it was innovative, important, or even life changing, but because it was different from the usual politics-based stuff you would often come to find on the NYTimes.
My father enjoys watching late night TV and laughing at the jokes made about North Korea, assuring my sisters and me that “the North could never hurt us!” However, my father’s sentiment could not be further from the truth. That being said, in no way is my father unintelligent, but rather brainwashed by the idea that Americans are somehow invincible. This attitude has been engrained into our society as a “fact”- one I once believed.
The Op Ed “We May Not Be Able to Stop a North Korean Missile” completely flipped my view on North Korea’s capability to nuke us. It is not necessarily the strength of North Korea that could destroy us, but the weaknesses of America’s defense abilities. The fact that even in perfect conditions, with scripted plans and perfect weather, the majority of our defense tests have still failed is deeply troubling. Yet, Americans remain overconfident in their abilities, celebrating the successes while vastly ignoring the losses.
America has cultivated a widely accepted and genuinely believed superiority, but ignoring the flaws in our missile defense programs (while simultaneously mocking those of North Korea’s) does absolutely nothing to protect us. If Americans can simply overcome their sense of pride and superiority, maybe then we can initiate beneficial reform to how we defend ourselves from a nuclear attack. In conclusion, the attitudes of Americans such as my father have the ability to bring about our own self-destruction.
The Op Ed “We May Not Be Able to Stop a North Korean Missile” completely flipped my view on North Korea’s capability to nuke us. It is not necessarily the strength of North Korea that could destroy us, but the weaknesses of America’s defense abilities. The fact that even in perfect conditions, with scripted plans and perfect weather, the majority of our defense tests have still failed is deeply troubling. Yet, Americans remain overconfident in their abilities, celebrating the successes while vastly ignoring the losses.
America has cultivated a widely accepted and genuinely believed superiority, but ignoring the flaws in our missile defense programs (while simultaneously mocking those of North Korea’s) does absolutely nothing to protect us. If Americans can simply overcome their sense of pride and superiority, maybe then we can initiate beneficial reform to how we defend ourselves from a nuclear attack. In conclusion, the attitudes of Americans such as my father have the ability to bring about our own self-destruction.
“Why Fathers Leave Their Children”
As I was reading through different articles I found this touching article on why fathers leave their child’s life. Many people think that fathers leave their children because of Alcohol Addiction or because the father has abused the mother several of times or even because the father doesn't want to be in their children lives. But one of the real reasons fathers leaves their children is really because of unplanned pregnancy. Both women and men think that protective sex is the best way to not get pregnant but, sometimes that don't always work out and a baby is born. Most men don't think there ready to be a father yet and that's another way why children don't have a father in their live. The reason for that could be the negatively in their lives. For example the life they lived. Their father’s could have been an abusive father in their life and now that has affected the new father into not help raise his child because of the horrible past that they have been through the new father doesn't want that life for his child.
But, in conclusion it's very sad that some fathers aren't in their children lives and it's something that should be changed. Fathers shouldn't just care about themselves but also care about others especially their little ones who wonder where their father is.
As I was reading through different articles I found this touching article on why fathers leave their child’s life. Many people think that fathers leave their children because of Alcohol Addiction or because the father has abused the mother several of times or even because the father doesn't want to be in their children lives. But one of the real reasons fathers leaves their children is really because of unplanned pregnancy. Both women and men think that protective sex is the best way to not get pregnant but, sometimes that don't always work out and a baby is born. Most men don't think there ready to be a father yet and that's another way why children don't have a father in their live. The reason for that could be the negatively in their lives. For example the life they lived. Their father’s could have been an abusive father in their life and now that has affected the new father into not help raise his child because of the horrible past that they have been through the new father doesn't want that life for his child.
But, in conclusion it's very sad that some fathers aren't in their children lives and it's something that should be changed. Fathers shouldn't just care about themselves but also care about others especially their little ones who wonder where their father is.
Cancer Drug Proves to Be Effective Against Multiple Tumors by Gina Kolata
Cancer is a malignant illness that not only devastates the thousands of lives of those it impinges, but also the lives of their loved ones. This is why I was very interested to read that scientists proved a drug to be effective against multiple tumors in the body in the New York Times. Pembrolizumab, which, according to the article, is a new drug which significantly diminishes or completely destroys multiple tumors throughout a patient’s body. In this way, a patient with a cancer of both the pancreas and the prostate could, for the first time, receive effective treatment for both tumors. Though the article argues that this “miracle drug” would likely treat thousands in the United States, pembrolizumab only has the capability to treat patients with the same genetic deviation. Contradictory to the title’s claim that this drug can treat multiple types of tumors, the treatment can only diminish the tumors containing the same genetic profile. Therefore, the treatment is exclusive to just four percent of cancer patients, somewhat repudiating the title of “miracle drug” the article granted. Nevertheless, this news comes as an immense relief to those whose lives have been endangered by such a rare illness, as well as their families. Finally, these people can maintain the hope that their lives or the lives of their loved ones can be saved.
Cancer is a malignant illness that not only devastates the thousands of lives of those it impinges, but also the lives of their loved ones. This is why I was very interested to read that scientists proved a drug to be effective against multiple tumors in the body in the New York Times. Pembrolizumab, which, according to the article, is a new drug which significantly diminishes or completely destroys multiple tumors throughout a patient’s body. In this way, a patient with a cancer of both the pancreas and the prostate could, for the first time, receive effective treatment for both tumors. Though the article argues that this “miracle drug” would likely treat thousands in the United States, pembrolizumab only has the capability to treat patients with the same genetic deviation. Contradictory to the title’s claim that this drug can treat multiple types of tumors, the treatment can only diminish the tumors containing the same genetic profile. Therefore, the treatment is exclusive to just four percent of cancer patients, somewhat repudiating the title of “miracle drug” the article granted. Nevertheless, this news comes as an immense relief to those whose lives have been endangered by such a rare illness, as well as their families. Finally, these people can maintain the hope that their lives or the lives of their loved ones can be saved.
"How Pasteur's Artistic Insight Changed Chemistry"
As a left-brained and logical thinker, I enjoy studying the rigorous sciences and the various branches of mathematics. However, my musical and literary interests have taught me to appreciate fine arts. People seem to think that there is no relationship between the arts and sciences, but there is actually a striking commonality between the two.
It was interesting to discover that one of the greatest scientists of all time, Louis Pasteur, originally aspired to be an artist, and that his involvement with art contributed to his discovery of chirality, an important concept in science. The article further supported the idea that science and art are intertwined by displaying some of Pasteur's drawings and diagrams. I agree with Dr. Gal, a chemist mentioned in the article, in that Pasteur's discovery was relatively dependent upon his relationship to art. Many chemists before Pasteur studied similar molecules and substances, but Pasteur's relationship to art allowed him to visualize things differently. Ultimately, the article proves that while science and art may seem different, a string background in each can be beneficial to understanding the in mechanisms of both subjects
As a left-brained and logical thinker, I enjoy studying the rigorous sciences and the various branches of mathematics. However, my musical and literary interests have taught me to appreciate fine arts. People seem to think that there is no relationship between the arts and sciences, but there is actually a striking commonality between the two.
It was interesting to discover that one of the greatest scientists of all time, Louis Pasteur, originally aspired to be an artist, and that his involvement with art contributed to his discovery of chirality, an important concept in science. The article further supported the idea that science and art are intertwined by displaying some of Pasteur's drawings and diagrams. I agree with Dr. Gal, a chemist mentioned in the article, in that Pasteur's discovery was relatively dependent upon his relationship to art. Many chemists before Pasteur studied similar molecules and substances, but Pasteur's relationship to art allowed him to visualize things differently. Ultimately, the article proves that while science and art may seem different, a string background in each can be beneficial to understanding the in mechanisms of both subjects
"The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’"
"The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’" by Frank Bruni illustrates the success of the newly released movie "Wonder Woman". Frank Bruni’s argument then evolves into him explaining the sexism in the movie industry and how many of the female directors are shadowed by men. He demonstrates how the success of "Wonder Woman" directed by a woman, whom he does not mention the name of, will have a great impact for women and men equality in the movie industry. However, his point weakens when he brings up his personal thoughts towards the end of the article. He explains how he liked that there were more men than women in the theatre he watched the movie in. Aside from including his personal feelings on the matter and not including the director of "Wonder Woman" after illustrating how influential she is to the movie industry, the article had good evidence to support it’s ideas and overall was a powerful argument.
As a reader, this article interested me because of my passion for superheroes and how I have grown up reading comic books. I was immediately attracted to the article "The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’" and wanted to see how the movie fared in the box office. I was relieved to see that it was one of the most successful DC movies ever created, so much so that it is impacting the film world in the way of feminism.
"Keep America Wild"
Even with the current Administration's outlook on national parks, I wasn't surprised to see this article in the New York Times. National parks, monuments, forests, and countless other public lands across the country are in jeopardy with threats of global warming, President Trump's talks of defunding the National Park Service, and his withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement. The national parks are as essential as food and water to maintaining America's character, culture, and history, even as rapidly changing times threaten that.
Personally, I am a huge fan of nature and the environment, and frequently take advantage of the outdoors to relax, get stability on my emotions, and find seclusion from my daily life. It has helped my mental health, introduced me to a whole world of opportunity in nature, and inspired me to take a stand to environmental issues. Defunding and removing such opportunities in nature is uncalled for, unnecessary, and sapping our world of a rich history that has been rooted in the bountiful nature of the earth. I am glad that the article mentioned Thoreau, another example of the American culture that abounds with the connection to the environment. Rather than removing such a vital part of our heritage, the Administration needs to harness the power of the earth, and prepare for challenges in the environment. We need to embrace our surrounding earth, not abandon it, especially as we venture into the future.
Even with the current Administration's outlook on national parks, I wasn't surprised to see this article in the New York Times. National parks, monuments, forests, and countless other public lands across the country are in jeopardy with threats of global warming, President Trump's talks of defunding the National Park Service, and his withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement. The national parks are as essential as food and water to maintaining America's character, culture, and history, even as rapidly changing times threaten that.
Personally, I am a huge fan of nature and the environment, and frequently take advantage of the outdoors to relax, get stability on my emotions, and find seclusion from my daily life. It has helped my mental health, introduced me to a whole world of opportunity in nature, and inspired me to take a stand to environmental issues. Defunding and removing such opportunities in nature is uncalled for, unnecessary, and sapping our world of a rich history that has been rooted in the bountiful nature of the earth. I am glad that the article mentioned Thoreau, another example of the American culture that abounds with the connection to the environment. Rather than removing such a vital part of our heritage, the Administration needs to harness the power of the earth, and prepare for challenges in the environment. We need to embrace our surrounding earth, not abandon it, especially as we venture into the future.
The Universal Phenomenon of Men Interrupting Women, By Susan Chira
After living with a single mother for half of my life and watching her struggle, I have become an avid supporter of women's rights. I never quite understood why my mother went through boyfriends faster than I went through Little Bites Muffins, but then I grew older. I think back to all her boyfriends and I realize they all had something in common, they enjoyed belittling women. They would say her opinions were invalid and obviously he knew what was right, he was the man after all. A part of me knew that the way she was being treated was wrong, but I didn't know what to do. My mother had been turned down for many high-paying jobs merely because she was a woman. What was in common with all these interviews was that she was being interviewed by a man. She was continuously turned down until the only place left to work was our grandmothers diner downtown.
It is because of these facts that I felt a deep connection to this article. I was young then, thinking perhaps things would change. Now I'm seventeen and I see things still haven't changed and it angers me greatly. Women are underpaid and outnumbered by male coworkers. Women are told that they "Talk too much," and that is the reason why they are interrupted. A member of the Uber board of directors, David Bonderman, publicly stated that the number of women on the board shouldn't increase because then there would be "more talking."
After living with a single mother for half of my life and watching her struggle, I have become an avid supporter of women's rights. I never quite understood why my mother went through boyfriends faster than I went through Little Bites Muffins, but then I grew older. I think back to all her boyfriends and I realize they all had something in common, they enjoyed belittling women. They would say her opinions were invalid and obviously he knew what was right, he was the man after all. A part of me knew that the way she was being treated was wrong, but I didn't know what to do. My mother had been turned down for many high-paying jobs merely because she was a woman. What was in common with all these interviews was that she was being interviewed by a man. She was continuously turned down until the only place left to work was our grandmothers diner downtown.
It is because of these facts that I felt a deep connection to this article. I was young then, thinking perhaps things would change. Now I'm seventeen and I see things still haven't changed and it angers me greatly. Women are underpaid and outnumbered by male coworkers. Women are told that they "Talk too much," and that is the reason why they are interrupted. A member of the Uber board of directors, David Bonderman, publicly stated that the number of women on the board shouldn't increase because then there would be "more talking."
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The Triumph of ‘Wonder Woman’
When I first heard that they were going to make a Wonder Woman movie I didn’t really care that much. I got excited for the release of Batman vs Superman and Suicide Squad, but they were a huge let down. It became a pattern for me. Super hero movies from the DC universe probably won’t end well.
Then the reviews started rolling in, and I read this review by Frank Bruni. surprisingly the movie was quite successful. It even crushed The Mummy at the North American box office. This movie might actually be a whole lot better than what I expected.
Wonder Women’s director did a really good job at directing. Then I realized that this movie ended up being good because of the fact that Patty Jenkins was the one who directed the movie. From a female's perspective she was able to avoid all the female archetypes that are present in some films. One of the most known archetypes are princesses who are expected to be the completely helpless heroine who awaits a prince to come and save her. On the other hand when movies are realistic, and the protagonist is not defined by their gender, it usually comes out being good. Kill Bill is about a bride getting screwed over by someone leading to her getting ahold of an awesome katana, and going on a journey to get rid of everyone who messed with her.
Through the power of directing, Patty Jenkins was capable of making Wonder Woman an amazing movie with good plot, and avoided making her a typical female character in movies.
When I first heard that they were going to make a Wonder Woman movie I didn’t really care that much. I got excited for the release of Batman vs Superman and Suicide Squad, but they were a huge let down. It became a pattern for me. Super hero movies from the DC universe probably won’t end well.
Then the reviews started rolling in, and I read this review by Frank Bruni. surprisingly the movie was quite successful. It even crushed The Mummy at the North American box office. This movie might actually be a whole lot better than what I expected.
Wonder Women’s director did a really good job at directing. Then I realized that this movie ended up being good because of the fact that Patty Jenkins was the one who directed the movie. From a female's perspective she was able to avoid all the female archetypes that are present in some films. One of the most known archetypes are princesses who are expected to be the completely helpless heroine who awaits a prince to come and save her. On the other hand when movies are realistic, and the protagonist is not defined by their gender, it usually comes out being good. Kill Bill is about a bride getting screwed over by someone leading to her getting ahold of an awesome katana, and going on a journey to get rid of everyone who messed with her.
Through the power of directing, Patty Jenkins was capable of making Wonder Woman an amazing movie with good plot, and avoided making her a typical female character in movies.
Two men and a baby
When reading the times this week I came across this article and quickly hit the link. The article stuck with me ever since. Growing up I myself was adopted, although I was adopted into a household with a mom and a dad and 3 little siblings.
Growing up they showed me the love and care I needed. Although there was the arguement about two men adopting the little girl, and how they won't be able to provide the information about female lifestyle and body parts to the girl, the two men have the support of family and friends who can provide the information. The two men have cared for the little girl and just like many other parents throughout the world, they agreed to put the child's needs before their own. Therefore I sincerely feel that the men should be given the chance to adopt the child and become a father just like any other capable man in not only the United States but arounf the world.
When reading the times this week I came across this article and quickly hit the link. The article stuck with me ever since. Growing up I myself was adopted, although I was adopted into a household with a mom and a dad and 3 little siblings.
Growing up they showed me the love and care I needed. Although there was the arguement about two men adopting the little girl, and how they won't be able to provide the information about female lifestyle and body parts to the girl, the two men have the support of family and friends who can provide the information. The two men have cared for the little girl and just like many other parents throughout the world, they agreed to put the child's needs before their own. Therefore I sincerely feel that the men should be given the chance to adopt the child and become a father just like any other capable man in not only the United States but arounf the world.
No, Google’s Not a Bird: Bringing the Internet to Rural India
In the short time I have been on this beautiful planet of ours I have grown accustomed to many different things. Fresh water, a plentiful supply of food, and many different things. But there is something most countries in the world don't have, the Internet. The Internet is a gateway to an enormous treasure trove of information, entertainment, and communication. But in rural India this a rare commodity to come by, in fact, many people in India can't even read. But internet coming to rural India indicates a new era with the internet at the forefront.
In rural India, it is extremely hot, with temperatures being higher than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. People have to work tedious jobs in fields and construction. People have little access to information on the outside world besides newspapers. But a select few individuals do have the internet. They use websites like Google to amaze their neighbors with different facts about India and Hinduism. Having internet in rural India is an amazing milestone in delivering the internet to the entire world. Providing access to useful information about a person's work or just satisfying one's curiosity. The internet is evolving life in rural India.
In the short time I have been on this beautiful planet of ours I have grown accustomed to many different things. Fresh water, a plentiful supply of food, and many different things. But there is something most countries in the world don't have, the Internet. The Internet is a gateway to an enormous treasure trove of information, entertainment, and communication. But in rural India this a rare commodity to come by, in fact, many people in India can't even read. But internet coming to rural India indicates a new era with the internet at the forefront.
In rural India, it is extremely hot, with temperatures being higher than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. People have to work tedious jobs in fields and construction. People have little access to information on the outside world besides newspapers. But a select few individuals do have the internet. They use websites like Google to amaze their neighbors with different facts about India and Hinduism. Having internet in rural India is an amazing milestone in delivering the internet to the entire world. Providing access to useful information about a person's work or just satisfying one's curiosity. The internet is evolving life in rural India.
Trump Will Allow ‘Dreamers’ to Stay in U.S., Reversing Campaign Promise
I agree with our president Mr. Trump, who has somewhat agreed to maintain the "Dreamers" in our country. This is a serious topic since most of these "Dreamers" have been granted permission to stay in our country without risk of getting deported. Politics is not something I am interested in, but this article includes an interesting and crucial topic which I found intriguing. This article interested me the most this week since this is a topic many Americans would like to discuss and agree with. Many activists took a stand and went against when Mr. Trump started his campaign. However, now, Mr. Trump has realized that this could affect our country in a compelling way and has decided to keep the "dreamers" in our country.
I agree with our president Mr. Trump, who has somewhat agreed to maintain the "Dreamers" in our country. This is a serious topic since most of these "Dreamers" have been granted permission to stay in our country without risk of getting deported. Politics is not something I am interested in, but this article includes an interesting and crucial topic which I found intriguing. This article interested me the most this week since this is a topic many Americans would like to discuss and agree with. Many activists took a stand and went against when Mr. Trump started his campaign. However, now, Mr. Trump has realized that this could affect our country in a compelling way and has decided to keep the "dreamers" in our country.
Opiod Dealers Embrace the Dark Web to Send Deadly Drugs by Mail
Drugs are a major problem in today's society, the National Institution on Drug Abuse estimated that 570,000 people a year die from drug use. Dealers are finding new ways to hide and distribute drugs such as opiods. Since drugs are becoming easier to access more people are buying illegal substances. I chose this article because I believe that drugs are one of the reasons why today's society has lower morals then what it once had. If teenagers and kids are growing up with these drugs around then they think that it is okay to do drugs. With this attitude the amount of drug use is just going to keep increasing throughout the years. This article talks about how people can buy drugs off of the Dark Web. Even though authorities took down the most famous marketplace, the Silk Road, there are still many other marketplaces on the Dark Web to purchase deadly drugs. Two 13 year old's are dead because of a synthetic opioid called "Pinky" which they gained access to through the Dark Web. I think that we need to continue to work to take down marketplaces and other drug cartels to help to decrease drug use in teenagers and kids. I think making more campaigns and providing information on drug abuse will help society to understand that it is wrong and will try that more citizens will try to help addicts get help. Hopefully more people will try to help to make society a better place and spread the word about drug abuse.
Drugs are a major problem in today's society, the National Institution on Drug Abuse estimated that 570,000 people a year die from drug use. Dealers are finding new ways to hide and distribute drugs such as opiods. Since drugs are becoming easier to access more people are buying illegal substances. I chose this article because I believe that drugs are one of the reasons why today's society has lower morals then what it once had. If teenagers and kids are growing up with these drugs around then they think that it is okay to do drugs. With this attitude the amount of drug use is just going to keep increasing throughout the years. This article talks about how people can buy drugs off of the Dark Web. Even though authorities took down the most famous marketplace, the Silk Road, there are still many other marketplaces on the Dark Web to purchase deadly drugs. Two 13 year old's are dead because of a synthetic opioid called "Pinky" which they gained access to through the Dark Web. I think that we need to continue to work to take down marketplaces and other drug cartels to help to decrease drug use in teenagers and kids. I think making more campaigns and providing information on drug abuse will help society to understand that it is wrong and will try that more citizens will try to help addicts get help. Hopefully more people will try to help to make society a better place and spread the word about drug abuse.
N.B.A. championship
Basketball is a sport that I've been watching lately since my brother is a huge basketball fan and I've come to enjoy the sport. My brother and I are LeBron fans and so we follow the Cavaliers and the Warriors, since they are competition., and from the beginning we knew that the finals was going to be Warriors and the Cavaliers unless someone could stop the Warriors. The Spurs were very close to stopping them but their star player was injured and so nothing happened. Now I want to agree with this article that the Warriors had the biggest assist with Kevin Durant. If it weren't for him, there is no doubt in my mind that the Warriors would've lost. Kevin Durant took the easy way out going with the Warriors and leaving a team behind that had potential. The N.B.A. is now basically ruined because of Kevin Durant moving to the Warriors. The finals will be the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. the Golden State Warriors for a while now and that ruins the diversity of basketball. It's been like this for the past 3 years and now with KD I'm very sure that their rivalry won't stop.
Basketball is a sport that I've been watching lately since my brother is a huge basketball fan and I've come to enjoy the sport. My brother and I are LeBron fans and so we follow the Cavaliers and the Warriors, since they are competition., and from the beginning we knew that the finals was going to be Warriors and the Cavaliers unless someone could stop the Warriors. The Spurs were very close to stopping them but their star player was injured and so nothing happened. Now I want to agree with this article that the Warriors had the biggest assist with Kevin Durant. If it weren't for him, there is no doubt in my mind that the Warriors would've lost. Kevin Durant took the easy way out going with the Warriors and leaving a team behind that had potential. The N.B.A. is now basically ruined because of Kevin Durant moving to the Warriors. The finals will be the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. the Golden State Warriors for a while now and that ruins the diversity of basketball. It's been like this for the past 3 years and now with KD I'm very sure that their rivalry won't stop.
The TT race was really good and i feel bad for the accident that the Milky bar kid had while racing for the TT race.
When a Pet Dies, Helping Children Through the ‘Worst Day of Their Lives’
My family fosters greyhounds, so when the dog gets adopted you never get to see him/her again. When I was five and had to let go it most certainly was a terrible day. Of course, it is not really death, and as I've gotten older I have gotten used to the loss because I tell myself not to get attached, that I mustn't expect them to be here for very long.
On those points, I agree with the article, that children adapt. We are incredibly resilient and attempt to cope with anything that comes our way, even if it isn't possible at the time. Psychologists can rattle of the methods of tending to a child in this time, but honestly, I think parents/caregivers should be constantly doing these things, not just when absolutely necessary. For example, parents are instructed to allow their kids to ask them questions and to help them reach a higher understanding. Isn't that part the job description anyway? I understand that these things should be payed attention more closely during a grieving period, but this is about training emotionally and having parents there to back the child up. The responsibility to grow comes from the individual, and no amount of play time can force that too soon.
My family fosters greyhounds, so when the dog gets adopted you never get to see him/her again. When I was five and had to let go it most certainly was a terrible day. Of course, it is not really death, and as I've gotten older I have gotten used to the loss because I tell myself not to get attached, that I mustn't expect them to be here for very long.
On those points, I agree with the article, that children adapt. We are incredibly resilient and attempt to cope with anything that comes our way, even if it isn't possible at the time. Psychologists can rattle of the methods of tending to a child in this time, but honestly, I think parents/caregivers should be constantly doing these things, not just when absolutely necessary. For example, parents are instructed to allow their kids to ask them questions and to help them reach a higher understanding. Isn't that part the job description anyway? I understand that these things should be payed attention more closely during a grieving period, but this is about training emotionally and having parents there to back the child up. The responsibility to grow comes from the individual, and no amount of play time can force that too soon.
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America’s Lethal Politics
In my freshman year of high school, I was introduced to a plethora of global conflict in various subjects, and even posed with the question, “Does conflict ever really end?” The horrifying truths of our world proved difficult to digest, but in my exploration, one thing became clear: awareness is critical.
The article addresses a recent shooting that occurred across from the Potomac this month. Not only this, but another gunman targeted civilians in San Francisco on the same day. The pattern we have witnessed in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s election has been the recurrence of brutality and aggression. The President's condolences came after the attack: “We can all agree that we are blessed to be Americans, that our children deserve to grow up in a nation of safety and peace,” yet his words are alarming in a nation bleeding with the wounds of its citizens.
We need not ignorance but activism. Truthfully, the most dangerous thing we can do is shut our eyes. To those of us guaranteed a conscious citizenship, let us acknowledge the violence in our present, and hope that our President can do the same. “He will not help create that nation [of safety and peace] if he continues to advocate easy access to lethal weapons,” claims The Editorial Board. In a country where our very fingertips spill the freedom to write, believe and express, we must take advantage of this. Conflict will not end in a nation unwilling to take preventative measures.
In my freshman year of high school, I was introduced to a plethora of global conflict in various subjects, and even posed with the question, “Does conflict ever really end?” The horrifying truths of our world proved difficult to digest, but in my exploration, one thing became clear: awareness is critical.
The article addresses a recent shooting that occurred across from the Potomac this month. Not only this, but another gunman targeted civilians in San Francisco on the same day. The pattern we have witnessed in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s election has been the recurrence of brutality and aggression. The President's condolences came after the attack: “We can all agree that we are blessed to be Americans, that our children deserve to grow up in a nation of safety and peace,” yet his words are alarming in a nation bleeding with the wounds of its citizens.
We need not ignorance but activism. Truthfully, the most dangerous thing we can do is shut our eyes. To those of us guaranteed a conscious citizenship, let us acknowledge the violence in our present, and hope that our President can do the same. “He will not help create that nation [of safety and peace] if he continues to advocate easy access to lethal weapons,” claims The Editorial Board. In a country where our very fingertips spill the freedom to write, believe and express, we must take advantage of this. Conflict will not end in a nation unwilling to take preventative measures.
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Depression is an issue everybody is aware of, but few people actually know how to fix it. This brain disorder ruins people’s lives. We might not know it but depression is a big impact in our daily lives.This article shows people how to be happy and it shows how it relieves stress, anger, anxiety and worry with just four steps. According to Dr. Saligman, the process of this four steps show a result to lower rates of depression and a higher satisfaction in life. You might ask what are the four steps for being happy? Well, they are simple things you can do every day. The four steps are, find the good, make a gratitude visit, respond constructively and identify signature strengths. Well, how hard can it be? It takes simple things to be happy. People are sad and depressed all the time and nobody is doing anything about it. By having a positive attitude might help people that are struggling. This will not only make you satisfied but it will help the whole community. This article interested me the most because you can have a positive attitude not only to help yourself but help others.